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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa097.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.justonecookbook.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.justonecookbook.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/","crawl_time":1776591051,"first_indexed_time":1578934853,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,justonecookbook!www,\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/ s443","src_root_hash":"12907049695931107497","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Lunar New Year Recipes for Good Luck & Happiness • Just One Cookbook %","meta_descriptions":["From Chinese almond cookies, steamed fish, and wonton to chashu fried rice, these Lunar New Year recipes are auspicious to grace your menu."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"From Chinese almond cookies to whole steamed fish, dumplings, and chashu fried rice, these Lunar New Year recipes are filled with symbolic dishes to bring good luck to your table.\nQuick Highlights\nLunar New Year (also called Chinese New Year or Spring Festival 春節) is one of the most meaningful celebrations across East and Southeast Asian cultures. It’s a time when families gather, traditions come alive, and the table fills with dishes that symbolize prosperity, longevity, and good fortune for the year ahead.\nAs many of you requested, I’ve gathered this roundup of Lunar New Year recipes to help you create a festive and meaningful meal to welcome the new year with loved ones.\nMay these recipes bring you luck, good health, and plenty of joyful moments in the year ahead!\nAlmond Cookies\n4.66\nfrom\n148\nvotes\nChinese Almond Cookies are simple, crisp, buttery, and full of rich almond flavor. A classic treat for Chinese New Year, they come together easily—just combine all the ingredients in one bowl, roll into small balls, and bake for about 15 minutes.\nThey’re perfect with a cup of tea or coffee.\nGet Recipe\nBlack Sesame Cookies\n4.69\nfrom\n209\nvotes\nThese Black Sesame Cookies are perfect for making and gifting during the Lunar New Year. Their rich, nutty aroma and irresistible texture make them a guaranteed crowd favorite.\nGet Recipe\nSteamed Cake\n4.80\nfrom\n233\nvotes\nFor a contemporary and healthier take on sweet treats, you’ll love these soft, light, and spongy steamed cakes. They’re wonderful as a Lunar New Year breakfast or snack, and you can customize them with either savory or sweet fillings.\nOne of our Chinese readers even tried them with red bean paste, which sounds amazing.\nGet Recipe\nWonton Soup\n4.64\nfrom\n95\nvotes\nNo Chinese New Year is complete without the most symbolic food—jiaozi (dumplings). Shaped like gold ingots or money bags, these dumplings are eaten to bring good fortune.\nI like using both shrimp and pork in my filling for a sweeter flavor and better texture. Serve them in a comforting broth for a heartwarming start to the new year.\nGet Recipe\nSpicy Shrimp Stir Fry (Ebi Chili)\n4.67\nfrom\n21\nvotes\nInspired by Szechuan-style Kan Shao Shrimp (乾焼蝦仁), this sizzling Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry (Ebi Chili) promises lots of laughter (\nsiu har har\n笑哈哈) and a happy belly!\nThis recipe is less spicy than the traditional version, so it’s great for families and anyone who enjoys milder heat.\nGet Recipe\nCantonese Steamed Fish\n4.80\nfrom\n5\nvotes\nA whole fish is a staple of Chinese New Year celebrations, symbolizing prosperity for the year ahead. This Cantonese-style steamed fish is delicately flavored with soy sauce and topped with shiitake mushrooms and green onions.\nGet Recipe\nNikuman (Steamed Pork Buns)\n4.75\nfrom\n136\nvotes\nSteamed pork buns are a classic Chinese breakfast and dim sum favorite. Filled with ground pork, shiitake mushrooms, cabbage, and scallions, this recipe has received many rave reviews. You might be surprised at how easy it is to make your own steamed buns at home!\nGet Recipe\nShrimp Fried Rice\n4.75\nfrom\n32\nvotes\nShrimp symbolize laughter and good cheer in Cantonese. This wok-charred Shrimp Fried Rice is a joyful, crowd-pleasing dish that’s sure to leave everyone happy and full.\nGet Recipe\nShrimp Egg Rolls\n4.91\nfrom\n20\nvotes\nDeep-fried to golden perfection, these Shrimp Egg Rolls make a delicious appetizer for your Lunar New Year feast. I like serving mine with a miso dipping sauce, but sweet chili or garlic soy sauce works just as well.\nA simple technique of straightening the shrimp makes preparation easier—no chopping needed! They’re so tasty and addictive, you’ll want to make them at home.\nGet Recipe\nSara Udon\n4.53\nfrom\n23\nvotes\nNoodles symbolize longevity and good fortune in the new year. This Crispy Noodles with Seafood (海鮮炒麵) combines seafood, pork, fish cakes, cabbage, bean sprouts, and colorful vegetables over a crispy bed of pan-fried egg noodles.\nGet Recipe\nChicken Chashu\n5\nfrom\n4\nvotes\nIf you love chashu, you’ll adore these juicy, tender Chicken Chashu! It is lighter and beginner-friendly.\nHere, I roll and pan-sear chicken thighs, then braise and marinate them in a sweet-savory sauce. The smoky, succulent slices are perfect on noodle soups, in a rice bowl, or on their own.\nGet Recipe\nFried Lotus Root with Pork\n4.78\nfrom\n9\nvotes\nCrispy lotus root stuffed with a savory pork and shiitake filling is a family favorite! Lotus root symbolizes abundance, and its holes remind us to keep an open mind—perfect for starting the new year with joy and possibilities.\nGet Recipe\nSushi Rolls (Maki Sushi – Hosomaki)\n4.62\nfrom\n44\nvotes\nSushi has become a popular choice for Chinese New Year potlucks among Southeast Asian Chinese in Malaysia and Singapore. With their multicultural communities, modern twists on traditional menus are often embraced during the celebrations. You can easily make sushi rolls for your own party using my step-by-step recipe.\nGet Recipe\nPork Shumai (Steamed Pork Dumplings)\n4.78\nfrom\n18\nvotes\nAnother dim sum favorite, Shumai (Steamed Pork Dumplings) are easier to make than you might think. Grab a bamboo steamer or wide basket, and you’ll be enjoying tender, flavorful dumplings at home in no time.\nGet Recipe\nBeef and Green Pepper Stir Fry (Chinjao Rosu)\n4.59\nfrom\n51\nvotes\nBeef and Green Pepper Stir-Fry\n(Chinjao Rosu)\nis an extremely popular dish in Japan—so much so that we have our own version of this traditional Chinese dish! This one-pan stir-fry is full of flavor and comes together in less than 30 minutes.\nGet Recipe\nChashu Fried Rice\n4.79\nfrom\n19\nvotes\nFried rice is often served toward the end of a meal, or alongside other dishes to satisfy anyone still hungry. This Chashu Fried Rice, with savory pork belly and fluffy eggs, is luxurious enough for Lunar New Year celebrations. If you make homemade char siu (BBQ pork), save some leftovers for this recipe!\nGet Recipe\nTofu Egg Drop Soup\n5\nfrom\n10\nvotes\nTofu Egg Drop Soup is a cozy, nourishing bowl filled with tofu, egg ribbons, and fragrant ginger. It comes together in just 10 minutes.\nGet Recipe\nGyoza (Japanese Potstickers)\n4.68\nfrom\n501\nvotes\nDumplings are a Lunar New Year essential, and these pan-fried dumplings are a popular choice for a modern twist on the celebration menu.\nGet Recipe","attrs_markdown":"Use of this website is subject to mandatory arbitration and other terms and conditions, select [this link](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/agreement-to-arbitrate\/) to read those agreements.\n\n[Skip to content](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#body)\n\n[Subscribe to the newsletter](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#subscribe-popup)\n\n- [Log in](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/joc-plus\/login\/)\n- [Go ad-free](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/joc-plus\/joc-plus-membership\/)\n\n[![Just One Cookbook](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/themes\/joc2025\/images\/logo.svg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/)\n\n- [Log in](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/joc-plus\/login\/)\n- [Go ad-free](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/joc-plus\/joc-plus-membership\/)\n\n- [Recipes](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/categories\/recipes\/)\n  - 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Updated July 4, 2024   \nThis post may contain affiliate links. Please read my [disclosure policy](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/privacy-policy\/).\n\nFrom Chinese almond cookies to whole steamed fish, dumplings, and chashu fried rice, these Lunar New Year recipes are filled with symbolic dishes to bring good luck to your table.\n\n![Chinese almond cookies and a glass jar of the cookies.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Chinese-Almond-Cookies-2338-II.jpg)\n\n## Quick Highlights\nLunar New Year (also called Chinese New Year or Spring Festival 春節) is one of the most meaningful celebrations across East and Southeast Asian cultures. It’s a time when families gather, traditions come alive, and the table fills with dishes that symbolize prosperity, longevity, and good fortune for the year ahead.\n\nAs many of you requested, I’ve gathered this roundup of Lunar New Year recipes to help you create a festive and meaningful meal to welcome the new year with loved ones.\n\nMay these recipes bring you luck, good health, and plenty of joyful moments in the year ahead\\!\n\n[![Chinese almond cookies served with a cup of coffee.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Chinese-Almond-Cookies-2350-I-1.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/almond-cookies\/)\n\n### [Almond Cookies](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/almond-cookies\/)\n4\\.66 from 148 votes\n\nChinese Almond Cookies are simple, crisp, buttery, and full of rich almond flavor. A classic treat for Chinese New Year, they come together easily—just combine all the ingredients in one bowl, roll into small balls, and bake for about 15 minutes.\n\nThey’re perfect with a cup of tea or coffee.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/almond-cookies\/)\n***\n[![The wooden plate containing black sesame cookies.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Sesame-Cookies-1546-I-2.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/sesame-cookies\/)\n\n### [Black Sesame Cookies](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/sesame-cookies\/)\n4\\.69 from 209 votes\n\nThese Black Sesame Cookies are perfect for making and gifting during the Lunar New Year. Their rich, nutty aroma and irresistible texture make them a guaranteed crowd favorite.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/sesame-cookies\/)\n***\n[![3 types of steamed cakes on a cake stand.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Steamed-Cake-8359-I.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/steamed-cake\/)\n\n### [Steamed Cake](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/steamed-cake\/)\n4\\.80 from 233 votes\n\nFor a contemporary and healthier take on sweet treats, you’ll love these soft, light, and spongy steamed cakes. They’re wonderful as a Lunar New Year breakfast or snack, and you can customize them with either savory or sweet fillings.\n\nOne of our Chinese readers even tried them with red bean paste, which sounds amazing.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/steamed-cake\/)\n***\n[![a large bowl containing shrimp and wonton soup along with the condiments.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Shrimp-and-Pork-Wonton-Soup-2652-I.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/shrimp-pork-wonton\/)\n\n### [Wonton Soup](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/shrimp-pork-wonton\/)\n4\\.64 from 95 votes\n\nNo Chinese New Year is complete without the most symbolic food—jiaozi (dumplings). Shaped like gold ingots or money bags, these dumplings are eaten to bring good fortune.\n\nI like using both shrimp and pork in my filling for a sweeter flavor and better texture. Serve them in a comforting broth for a heartwarming start to the new year.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/shrimp-pork-wonton\/)\n***\n[![A white plate containing Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry (Ebi Chili).](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Shrimp-in-Chili-Sauce-7425-I.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/ebi-chili\/)\n\n### [Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry (Ebi Chili)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/ebi-chili\/)\n4\\.67 from 21 votes\n\nInspired by Szechuan-style Kan Shao Shrimp (乾焼蝦仁), this sizzling Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry (Ebi Chili) promises lots of laughter (*siu har har* 笑哈哈) and a happy belly\\!\n\nThis recipe is less spicy than the traditional version, so it’s great for families and anyone who enjoys milder heat.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/ebi-chili\/)\n***\n[![Cantonese Steamed Fish served on a big platter.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Cantonese-Steamed-Fish-6955-I.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/cantonese-steamed-fish\/)\n\n### [Cantonese Steamed Fish](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/cantonese-steamed-fish\/)\n4\\.80 from 5 votes\n\nA whole fish is a staple of Chinese New Year celebrations, symbolizing prosperity for the year ahead. This Cantonese-style steamed fish is delicately flavored with soy sauce and topped with shiitake mushrooms and green onions.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/cantonese-steamed-fish\/)\n***\n[![A mini bamboo steamer containing Steamed Pork Buns (Nikuman).](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Nikuman-Steamed-Pork-Buns-5163-I-1.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/nikuman-steamed-pork-buns\/)\n\n### [Nikuman (Steamed Pork Buns)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/nikuman-steamed-pork-buns\/)\n4\\.75 from 136 votes\n\nSteamed pork buns are a classic Chinese breakfast and dim sum favorite. Filled with ground pork, shiitake mushrooms, cabbage, and scallions, this recipe has received many rave reviews. You might be surprised at how easy it is to make your own steamed buns at home\\!\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/nikuman-steamed-pork-buns\/)\n***\n[![Rice bowls containing shrimp fried rice.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Shrimp-Fried-Rice-6496-I.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/shrimp-fried-rice\/)\n\n### [Shrimp Fried Rice](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/shrimp-fried-rice\/)\n4\\.75 from 32 votes\n\nShrimp symbolize laughter and good cheer in Cantonese. This wok-charred Shrimp Fried Rice is a joyful, crowd-pleasing dish that’s sure to leave everyone happy and full.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/shrimp-fried-rice\/)\n***\n[![Shrimp Egg Rolls on a serving platter along with Negi Miso Sauce.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Shrimp-Egg-Rolls-8480-I-1.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/shrimp-egg-rolls\/)\n\n### [Shrimp Egg Rolls](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/shrimp-egg-rolls\/)\n4\\.91 from 20 votes\n\nDeep-fried to golden perfection, these Shrimp Egg Rolls make a delicious appetizer for your Lunar New Year feast. I like serving mine with a miso dipping sauce, but sweet chili or garlic soy sauce works just as well.\n\nA simple technique of straightening the shrimp makes preparation easier—no chopping needed! They’re so tasty and addictive, you’ll want to make them at home.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/shrimp-egg-rolls\/)\n***\n[![A white bowl containing Crispy Noodles with Seafood (Sara Udon).](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Crispy-Noodles-with-Seafood-I-1.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/sara-udon-crispy-noodles-with-seafood\/)\n\n### [Sara Udon](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/sara-udon-crispy-noodles-with-seafood\/)\n4\\.53 from 23 votes\n\nNoodles symbolize longevity and good fortune in the new year. This Crispy Noodles with Seafood (海鮮炒麵) combines seafood, pork, fish cakes, cabbage, bean sprouts, and colorful vegetables over a crispy bed of pan-fried egg noodles.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/sara-udon-crispy-noodles-with-seafood\/)\n***\n[![A rectangular plate containing thinly sliced, seared chicken chashu served with bok choy.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Chicken-Chashu-1742-I.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chicken-chashu\/)\n\n### [Chicken Chashu](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chicken-chashu\/)\n5 from 4 votes\n\nIf you love chashu, you’ll adore these juicy, tender Chicken Chashu! It is lighter and beginner-friendly.\n\nHere, I roll and pan-sear chicken thighs, then braise and marinate them in a sweet-savory sauce. The smoky, succulent slices are perfect on noodle soups, in a rice bowl, or on their own.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chicken-chashu\/)\n***\n[![Fried Lotus Root with Pork on a white plate.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Fried-Lotus-Root-with-Pork-8347-I.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/fried-lotus-root-with-pork\/)\n\n### [Fried Lotus Root with Pork](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/fried-lotus-root-with-pork\/)\n4\\.78 from 9 votes\n\nCrispy lotus root stuffed with a savory pork and shiitake filling is a family favorite! Lotus root symbolizes abundance, and its holes remind us to keep an open mind—perfect for starting the new year with joy and possibilities.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/fried-lotus-root-with-pork\/)\n***\n[![Sushi Rolls (Maki Sushi – Hosomaki) on a Japanese square plate.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Sushi-Rolls-Maki-Sushi-%E2%80%93-Hosomaki-1117-I.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/sushi-rolls\/)\n\n### [Sushi Rolls (Maki Sushi – Hosomaki)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/sushi-rolls\/)\n4\\.62 from 44 votes\n\nSushi has become a popular choice for Chinese New Year potlucks among Southeast Asian Chinese in Malaysia and Singapore. With their multicultural communities, modern twists on traditional menus are often embraced during the celebrations. You can easily make sushi rolls for your own party using my step-by-step recipe.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/sushi-rolls\/)\n***\n[![A bamboo steamed basket containing pork shumai (steamed pork dumplings).](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shumai-0323-I.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/shumai\/)\n\n### [Pork Shumai (Steamed Pork Dumplings)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/shumai\/)\n4\\.78 from 18 votes\n\nAnother dim sum favorite, Shumai (Steamed Pork Dumplings) are easier to make than you might think. Grab a bamboo steamer or wide basket, and you’ll be enjoying tender, flavorful dumplings at home in no time.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/shumai\/)\n***\n[![A Japanese blue and white ceramic containing Beef and Green Pepper Stir Fry.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Beef-and-Green-Pepper-Stir-Fry-0882-I.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/beef-green-pepper-stir-fry\/)\n\n### [Beef and Green Pepper Stir Fry (Chinjao Rosu)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/beef-green-pepper-stir-fry\/)\n4\\.59 from 51 votes\n\nBeef and Green Pepper Stir-Fry *(Chinjao Rosu)* is an extremely popular dish in Japan—so much so that we have our own version of this traditional Chinese dish! This one-pan stir-fry is full of flavor and comes together in less than 30 minutes.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/beef-green-pepper-stir-fry\/)\n***\n[![Chashu fried rice served on white plates.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Chashu-Fried-Rice-9916-I-1.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chashu-fried-rice\/)\n\n### [Chashu Fried Rice](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chashu-fried-rice\/)\n4\\.79 from 19 votes\n\nFried rice is often served toward the end of a meal, or alongside other dishes to satisfy anyone still hungry. This Chashu Fried Rice, with savory pork belly and fluffy eggs, is luxurious enough for Lunar New Year celebrations. If you make homemade char siu (BBQ pork), save some leftovers for this recipe\\!\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chashu-fried-rice\/)\n***\n[![A bowl of egg drop soup with tofu cubes and sliced green onions, served in a red bowl on a rustic wooden table, with a red spoon and other dishes nearby.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Tofu-Egg-Drop-Soup-3327-I-1-1200x800.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/tofu-egg-drop-soup\/)\n\n### [Tofu Egg Drop Soup](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/tofu-egg-drop-soup\/)\n5 from 10 votes\n\nTofu Egg Drop Soup is a cozy, nourishing bowl filled with tofu, egg ribbons, and fragrant ginger. It comes together in just 10 minutes.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/tofu-egg-drop-soup\/)\n***\n[![A round plate containing gyoza (Japanese potstickers or pan-fried dumplings) with a small plate of dipping sauce made with soy sauce, vinegar, and Japanese chili oil.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Gyoza-7444-I-2.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/gyoza\/)\n\n### [Gyoza (Japanese Potstickers)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/gyoza\/)\n4\\.68 from 501 votes\n\nDumplings are a Lunar New Year essential, and these pan-fried dumplings are a popular choice for a modern twist on the celebration menu.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/gyoza\/)\n###\n\n## You Might Also Like\n- ![Japanese Salted Chicken Wings (Teba Shio) on the Japanese plate, along with a small plate of Shichimi Togarashi.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Teba-Shio-9791-II-277x416.jpg)\n  \n  [15 Easy Japanese Appetizer Recipes](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/15-easy-japanese-appetizer-recipes\/)\n- ![A temaki hand roll sushi spread on the dining table, consisting of plates and bowls containing sushi rice, sashimi, vegetable fillings, and nori seaweed.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Temaki-Party-5488-IV-277x416.jpg)\n  \n  [The Ultimate Sushi Party Guide: Tips, Recipes, and Ideas](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/a-guide-to-host-a-sushi-party\/)\n- ![An octagon plate containing two slices of Castella cake.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Castella-Cake-8327-II-277x416.jpg)\n  \n  [23 Most Popular Japanese Desserts You Can Make At Home](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/japanese-desserts\/)\n- ![Japanese Party Recipes and ideas](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/easy-japanese-party-recipes-277x416.jpg)\n  \n  [Easy Japanese Party Recipes](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/15-easy-japanese-party-recipes\/)\n***\n[![Fresh-faced woman smiling in a cozy kitchen, showcasing Japanese home cooking and recipes featured on Just One Cookbook, with a warm and inviting atmosphere.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/namiko-hirasawa.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/about\/namiko-hirasawa-chen\/)\n\n## About Namiko Hirasawa Chen\nBorn and raised in Japan, I’m the founder and recipe developer behind Just One Cookbook, the largest English-language website for authentic Japanese recipes. Since 2011, I’ve shared over 1,200 easy, foolproof recipes with step-by-step photos to help you cook delicious Japanese meals with confidence at home.\n\n[More](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/about\/namiko-hirasawa-chen\/)\n\nLeave a Comment\n\n[Cancel reply](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#respond)\n\n16 Comments\n\n- C Y\n  \n  Dear Nami\n  \n  Please could you share what it is like celebrating the Lunar New Year in Japan including special customs and cuisines. We know it is a big deal in South-east Asia and China, in Korea too as described by a Korean friend. Thank you.\n  \n  - February 14, 2026\n  - [Reply](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#comment-532059)\n  - Naomi (JOC Community Manager)\n    \n    Hello! Thank you for your question. In Japan, the Lunar New Year isn’t celebrated as widely because we follow the Gregorian calendar. Instead, New Year on January 1st is the main holiday, with families enjoying osechi ryori (special dishes with symbolic meanings), mochi, and ozoni soup.  \n     Some regions and communities with Chinese heritage do celebrate the Lunar New Year with special customs and dishes you see in this post. Hope this helps! 🌸\n    \n    - February 16, 2026\n    - [Reply](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#comment-532110)\n- Dawn Fornear\n  \n  These all sound wonderful! It’s interesting to see the crossover between different Asian cuisines. Are the steamed pork buns listed here different than nikuman?\n  \n  - January 22, 2023\n  - [Reply](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#comment-486128)\n  - Naomi (JOC Community Manager)\n    \n    Hi Dawn! Thank you so much for reading Nami’s post and trying her recipes\\!  \n     The steamed pork bun here is the same as Nami’s Nikuman recipe. If you click the red letter recipe name, it will direct you to the recipe post.  \n     We hope this helps\\!\n    \n    - January 23, 2023\n    - [Reply](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#comment-486150)\n- Mia\n  \n  Can you make some healthy Okinawan favorites and if possible Gluten-free options? Recently have been incorporating monk sugar as my sugar replacement as my friends are getting more health conscious. Would love to hear your thoughts if Japanese recipes can replace healthier ingredients such as almond flour, etc.? Thank you and pls more Taiwanese recipes~ loved this CNY edition : )\n  \n  - February 2, 2021\n  - [Reply](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#comment-415490)\n  - Naomi (JOC Community Manager)\n    \n    Hi Mia, Nami has a few Okinawan recipes on the site. Here are some of the favorites:  \n     <https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/okinawa-soba\/>  \n     <https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/taco-rice\/>  \n     <https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/goya-champuru\/>  \n     And thanks for your request for healthy ingredients and Taiwanese recipes. Nami’s expertise is to share traditional and authentic Japanese recipes. So the focus has always been on Japanese home-cooked food (how they are prepared in Japanese homes). However, you can definitely use healthier substitutions for the recipes whenever they seem fit. Many of our readers have made slight adjustments to Nami’s original recipes with success. In the meantime, Nami will try to include healthy suggestions in future recipes if suitable.  \n     Thanks for your support\\!\n    \n    - February 3, 2021\n    - [Reply](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#comment-415601)\n- Annie M.\n  \n  Nami,  \n   Thank you for posting these recipes for Chinese New Year. I am of Japanese heritage but my daughter married a Chinese American. I am thinking of preparing many of these dishes for my grandkids so they can celebrate the Chinese New Year (we already eat Japanese food for January 1st). Our family is all about food celebrations so I am anxious to try your Chinese New Year recipes\\!  \n   Thank you! I love your emails\\!\n  \n  - January 29, 2021\n  - [Reply](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#comment-415092)\n  - Naomi (JOC Community Manager)\n    \n    Hi Annie, We are glad to hear you enjoyed this post. Thank you very much for checking out Nami’s recipes! We hope you and your family enjoy these delicious dishes. Happy New Year\\!\n    \n    - February 1, 2021\n    - [Reply](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#comment-415316)\n- Joan A\n  \n  Everything looks yummy. On the first day, some of us eat Buddha’s delight instead of all the meat stuff. It’s also really yummy. Gong Xi Fa Cai\\!\n  \n  - January 29, 2021\n  - [Reply](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#comment-415022)\n  - Naomi (JOC Community Manager)\n    \n    Hi Joan, Thank you for reading this post! Buddha’s delight sounds great and healthy! Gong Xi Fa Cai\\!\n    \n    - February 1, 2021\n    - [Reply](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#comment-415315)\n- K\n  \n  I’m decorating slowly for the lunar new year. It actually falls on my birthday this year so I’m planning lots of good food. Congee, shumai and maybe some sushi. I’ll probably decide to make some char sui stuffed buns or something along those lines too.\n  \n  - January 29, 2021\n  - [Reply](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#comment-414714)\n  - Naomi (JOC Community Manager)\n    \n    Hi K, Wow, It sounds like a great plan! Make us hungry!😋 Happy New Year\\!\n    \n    - February 1, 2021\n    - [Reply](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#comment-415314)\n- Darrel Fukamaki\n  \n  Tell Mr. JOC, Gung Hay Fat Choi………\n  \n  - January 29, 2021\n  - [Reply](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#comment-414701)\n  - Naomi (JOC Community Manager)\n    \n    Hi Darrel, Sure! Happy New Year!🎉\n    \n    - February 1, 2021\n    - [Reply](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#comment-415313)\n- Susan\n  \n  Shouldn’t we call it Lunar New Year instead of Chinese New Year? It is celebrated in many parts of Asia. Not just China. Just saying….\n  \n  - January 17, 2020\n  - [Reply](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#comment-365692)\n  - Namiko Hirasawa Chen\n    \n    Hi Susan! Thanks for bringing this up. I do mention Lunar New Year in the post. The reason why I used Chinese New Year in the title because my recipes are of Chinese origin. The menu is definitely more catered to CNY. I know other Asian cultures who celebrate Lunar New Year may have slightly different foods, so CNY would be more accurate in this context. Hope this explains. 🙂\n    \n    - January 17, 2020\n    - [Reply](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#comment-365707)\n\n![Namiko Hirasawa Chen](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/namiko-hirasawa-1-scaled.jpg)\n\n## Easy Japanese Recipes for Everyday Home Cooking\nKonnichiwa, I’m Nami. Born and raised in Japan, I’m the founder and recipe creator behind Just One Cookbook, the largest English-language website for Japanese recipes. 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[Site by cre8d](https:\/\/www.cre8d-design.com\/)\n## Subscribe to get recipes via email:\n## Rate This Recipe","attrs_readable_markdown":"From Chinese almond cookies to whole steamed fish, dumplings, and chashu fried rice, these Lunar New Year recipes are filled with symbolic dishes to bring good luck to your table.\n\n![Chinese almond cookies and a glass jar of the cookies.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Chinese-Almond-Cookies-2338-II.jpg)\n\n## Quick Highlights\nLunar New Year (also called Chinese New Year or Spring Festival 春節) is one of the most meaningful celebrations across East and Southeast Asian cultures. It’s a time when families gather, traditions come alive, and the table fills with dishes that symbolize prosperity, longevity, and good fortune for the year ahead.\n\nAs many of you requested, I’ve gathered this roundup of Lunar New Year recipes to help you create a festive and meaningful meal to welcome the new year with loved ones.\n\nMay these recipes bring you luck, good health, and plenty of joyful moments in the year ahead\\!\n\n[![Chinese almond cookies served with a cup of coffee.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Chinese-Almond-Cookies-2350-I-1.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/almond-cookies\/)\n\n### [Almond Cookies](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/almond-cookies\/)\n4\\.66 from 148 votes\n\nChinese Almond Cookies are simple, crisp, buttery, and full of rich almond flavor. A classic treat for Chinese New Year, they come together easily—just combine all the ingredients in one bowl, roll into small balls, and bake for about 15 minutes.\n\nThey’re perfect with a cup of tea or coffee.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/almond-cookies\/)\n***\n[![The wooden plate containing black sesame cookies.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Sesame-Cookies-1546-I-2.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/sesame-cookies\/)\n\n### [Black Sesame Cookies](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/sesame-cookies\/)\n4\\.69 from 209 votes\n\nThese Black Sesame Cookies are perfect for making and gifting during the Lunar New Year. Their rich, nutty aroma and irresistible texture make them a guaranteed crowd favorite.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/sesame-cookies\/)\n***\n[![3 types of steamed cakes on a cake stand.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Steamed-Cake-8359-I.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/steamed-cake\/)\n\n### [Steamed Cake](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/steamed-cake\/)\n4\\.80 from 233 votes\n\nFor a contemporary and healthier take on sweet treats, you’ll love these soft, light, and spongy steamed cakes. They’re wonderful as a Lunar New Year breakfast or snack, and you can customize them with either savory or sweet fillings.\n\nOne of our Chinese readers even tried them with red bean paste, which sounds amazing.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/steamed-cake\/)\n***\n[![a large bowl containing shrimp and wonton soup along with the condiments.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Shrimp-and-Pork-Wonton-Soup-2652-I.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/shrimp-pork-wonton\/)\n\n### [Wonton Soup](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/shrimp-pork-wonton\/)\n4\\.64 from 95 votes\n\nNo Chinese New Year is complete without the most symbolic food—jiaozi (dumplings). Shaped like gold ingots or money bags, these dumplings are eaten to bring good fortune.\n\nI like using both shrimp and pork in my filling for a sweeter flavor and better texture. Serve them in a comforting broth for a heartwarming start to the new year.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/shrimp-pork-wonton\/)\n***\n[![A white plate containing Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry (Ebi Chili).](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Shrimp-in-Chili-Sauce-7425-I.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/ebi-chili\/)\n\n### [Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry (Ebi Chili)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/ebi-chili\/)\n4\\.67 from 21 votes\n\nInspired by Szechuan-style Kan Shao Shrimp (乾焼蝦仁), this sizzling Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry (Ebi Chili) promises lots of laughter (*siu har har* 笑哈哈) and a happy belly\\!\n\nThis recipe is less spicy than the traditional version, so it’s great for families and anyone who enjoys milder heat.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/ebi-chili\/)\n***\n[![Cantonese Steamed Fish served on a big platter.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Cantonese-Steamed-Fish-6955-I.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/cantonese-steamed-fish\/)\n\n### [Cantonese Steamed Fish](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/cantonese-steamed-fish\/)\n4\\.80 from 5 votes\n\nA whole fish is a staple of Chinese New Year celebrations, symbolizing prosperity for the year ahead. This Cantonese-style steamed fish is delicately flavored with soy sauce and topped with shiitake mushrooms and green onions.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/cantonese-steamed-fish\/)\n***\n[![A mini bamboo steamer containing Steamed Pork Buns (Nikuman).](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Nikuman-Steamed-Pork-Buns-5163-I-1.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/nikuman-steamed-pork-buns\/)\n\n### [Nikuman (Steamed Pork Buns)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/nikuman-steamed-pork-buns\/)\n4\\.75 from 136 votes\n\nSteamed pork buns are a classic Chinese breakfast and dim sum favorite. Filled with ground pork, shiitake mushrooms, cabbage, and scallions, this recipe has received many rave reviews. You might be surprised at how easy it is to make your own steamed buns at home\\!\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/nikuman-steamed-pork-buns\/)\n***\n[![Rice bowls containing shrimp fried rice.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Shrimp-Fried-Rice-6496-I.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/shrimp-fried-rice\/)\n\n### [Shrimp Fried Rice](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/shrimp-fried-rice\/)\n4\\.75 from 32 votes\n\nShrimp symbolize laughter and good cheer in Cantonese. This wok-charred Shrimp Fried Rice is a joyful, crowd-pleasing dish that’s sure to leave everyone happy and full.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/shrimp-fried-rice\/)\n***\n[![Shrimp Egg Rolls on a serving platter along with Negi Miso Sauce.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Shrimp-Egg-Rolls-8480-I-1.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/shrimp-egg-rolls\/)\n\n### [Shrimp Egg Rolls](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/shrimp-egg-rolls\/)\n4\\.91 from 20 votes\n\nDeep-fried to golden perfection, these Shrimp Egg Rolls make a delicious appetizer for your Lunar New Year feast. I like serving mine with a miso dipping sauce, but sweet chili or garlic soy sauce works just as well.\n\nA simple technique of straightening the shrimp makes preparation easier—no chopping needed! They’re so tasty and addictive, you’ll want to make them at home.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/shrimp-egg-rolls\/)\n***\n[![A white bowl containing Crispy Noodles with Seafood (Sara Udon).](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Crispy-Noodles-with-Seafood-I-1.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/sara-udon-crispy-noodles-with-seafood\/)\n\n### [Sara Udon](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/sara-udon-crispy-noodles-with-seafood\/)\n4\\.53 from 23 votes\n\nNoodles symbolize longevity and good fortune in the new year. This Crispy Noodles with Seafood (海鮮炒麵) combines seafood, pork, fish cakes, cabbage, bean sprouts, and colorful vegetables over a crispy bed of pan-fried egg noodles.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/sara-udon-crispy-noodles-with-seafood\/)\n***\n[![A rectangular plate containing thinly sliced, seared chicken chashu served with bok choy.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Chicken-Chashu-1742-I.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chicken-chashu\/)\n\n### [Chicken Chashu](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chicken-chashu\/)\n5 from 4 votes\n\nIf you love chashu, you’ll adore these juicy, tender Chicken Chashu! It is lighter and beginner-friendly.\n\nHere, I roll and pan-sear chicken thighs, then braise and marinate them in a sweet-savory sauce. The smoky, succulent slices are perfect on noodle soups, in a rice bowl, or on their own.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chicken-chashu\/)\n***\n[![Fried Lotus Root with Pork on a white plate.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Fried-Lotus-Root-with-Pork-8347-I.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/fried-lotus-root-with-pork\/)\n\n### [Fried Lotus Root with Pork](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/fried-lotus-root-with-pork\/)\n4\\.78 from 9 votes\n\nCrispy lotus root stuffed with a savory pork and shiitake filling is a family favorite! Lotus root symbolizes abundance, and its holes remind us to keep an open mind—perfect for starting the new year with joy and possibilities.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/fried-lotus-root-with-pork\/)\n***\n[![Sushi Rolls (Maki Sushi – Hosomaki) on a Japanese square plate.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Sushi-Rolls-Maki-Sushi-%E2%80%93-Hosomaki-1117-I.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/sushi-rolls\/)\n\n### [Sushi Rolls (Maki Sushi – Hosomaki)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/sushi-rolls\/)\n4\\.62 from 44 votes\n\nSushi has become a popular choice for Chinese New Year potlucks among Southeast Asian Chinese in Malaysia and Singapore. With their multicultural communities, modern twists on traditional menus are often embraced during the celebrations. You can easily make sushi rolls for your own party using my step-by-step recipe.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/sushi-rolls\/)\n***\n[![A bamboo steamed basket containing pork shumai (steamed pork dumplings).](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shumai-0323-I.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/shumai\/)\n\n### [Pork Shumai (Steamed Pork Dumplings)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/shumai\/)\n4\\.78 from 18 votes\n\nAnother dim sum favorite, Shumai (Steamed Pork Dumplings) are easier to make than you might think. Grab a bamboo steamer or wide basket, and you’ll be enjoying tender, flavorful dumplings at home in no time.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/shumai\/)\n***\n[![A Japanese blue and white ceramic containing Beef and Green Pepper Stir Fry.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Beef-and-Green-Pepper-Stir-Fry-0882-I.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/beef-green-pepper-stir-fry\/)\n\n### [Beef and Green Pepper Stir Fry (Chinjao Rosu)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/beef-green-pepper-stir-fry\/)\n4\\.59 from 51 votes\n\nBeef and Green Pepper Stir-Fry *(Chinjao Rosu)* is an extremely popular dish in Japan—so much so that we have our own version of this traditional Chinese dish! This one-pan stir-fry is full of flavor and comes together in less than 30 minutes.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/beef-green-pepper-stir-fry\/)\n***\n[![Chashu fried rice served on white plates.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Chashu-Fried-Rice-9916-I-1.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chashu-fried-rice\/)\n\n### [Chashu Fried Rice](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chashu-fried-rice\/)\n4\\.79 from 19 votes\n\nFried rice is often served toward the end of a meal, or alongside other dishes to satisfy anyone still hungry. This Chashu Fried Rice, with savory pork belly and fluffy eggs, is luxurious enough for Lunar New Year celebrations. If you make homemade char siu (BBQ pork), save some leftovers for this recipe\\!\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/chashu-fried-rice\/)\n***\n[![A bowl of egg drop soup with tofu cubes and sliced green onions, served in a red bowl on a rustic wooden table, with a red spoon and other dishes nearby.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Tofu-Egg-Drop-Soup-3327-I-1-1200x800.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/tofu-egg-drop-soup\/)\n\n### [Tofu Egg Drop Soup](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/tofu-egg-drop-soup\/)\n5 from 10 votes\n\nTofu Egg Drop Soup is a cozy, nourishing bowl filled with tofu, egg ribbons, and fragrant ginger. It comes together in just 10 minutes.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/tofu-egg-drop-soup\/)\n***\n[![A round plate containing gyoza (Japanese potstickers or pan-fried dumplings) with a small plate of dipping sauce made with soy sauce, vinegar, and Japanese chili oil.](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Gyoza-7444-I-2.jpg)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/gyoza\/)\n\n### [Gyoza (Japanese Potstickers)](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/gyoza\/)\n4\\.68 from 501 votes\n\nDumplings are a Lunar New Year essential, and these pan-fried dumplings are a popular choice for a modern twist on the celebration menu.\n\n[Get Recipe](https:\/\/www.justonecookbook.com\/gyoza\/)","meta_canonical":null}

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Boilerpipe Text	From Chinese almond cookies to whole steamed fish, dumplings, and chashu fried rice, these Lunar New Year recipes are filled with symbolic dishes to bring good luck to your table. Quick Highlights Lunar New Year (also called Chinese New Year or Spring Festival 春節) is one of the most meaningful celebrations across East and Southeast Asian cultures. It’s a time when families gather, traditions come alive, and the table fills with dishes that symbolize prosperity, longevity, and good fortune for the year ahead. As many of you requested, I’ve gathered this roundup of Lunar New Year recipes to help you create a festive and meaningful meal to welcome the new year with loved ones. May these recipes bring you luck, good health, and plenty of joyful moments in the year ahead! Almond Cookies 4.66 from 148 votes Chinese Almond Cookies are simple, crisp, buttery, and full of rich almond flavor. A classic treat for Chinese New Year, they come together easily—just combine all the ingredients in one bowl, roll into small balls, and bake for about 15 minutes. They’re perfect with a cup of tea or coffee. Get Recipe Black Sesame Cookies 4.69 from 209 votes These Black Sesame Cookies are perfect for making and gifting during the Lunar New Year. Their rich, nutty aroma and irresistible texture make them a guaranteed crowd favorite. Get Recipe Steamed Cake 4.80 from 233 votes For a contemporary and healthier take on sweet treats, you’ll love these soft, light, and spongy steamed cakes. They’re wonderful as a Lunar New Year breakfast or snack, and you can customize them with either savory or sweet fillings. One of our Chinese readers even tried them with red bean paste, which sounds amazing. Get Recipe Wonton Soup 4.64 from 95 votes No Chinese New Year is complete without the most symbolic food—jiaozi (dumplings). Shaped like gold ingots or money bags, these dumplings are eaten to bring good fortune. I like using both shrimp and pork in my filling for a sweeter flavor and better texture. Serve them in a comforting broth for a heartwarming start to the new year. Get Recipe Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry (Ebi Chili) 4.67 from 21 votes Inspired by Szechuan-style Kan Shao Shrimp (乾焼蝦仁), this sizzling Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry (Ebi Chili) promises lots of laughter ( siu har har 笑哈哈) and a happy belly! This recipe is less spicy than the traditional version, so it’s great for families and anyone who enjoys milder heat. Get Recipe Cantonese Steamed Fish 4.80 from 5 votes A whole fish is a staple of Chinese New Year celebrations, symbolizing prosperity for the year ahead. This Cantonese-style steamed fish is delicately flavored with soy sauce and topped with shiitake mushrooms and green onions. Get Recipe Nikuman (Steamed Pork Buns) 4.75 from 136 votes Steamed pork buns are a classic Chinese breakfast and dim sum favorite. Filled with ground pork, shiitake mushrooms, cabbage, and scallions, this recipe has received many rave reviews. You might be surprised at how easy it is to make your own steamed buns at home! Get Recipe Shrimp Fried Rice 4.75 from 32 votes Shrimp symbolize laughter and good cheer in Cantonese. This wok-charred Shrimp Fried Rice is a joyful, crowd-pleasing dish that’s sure to leave everyone happy and full. Get Recipe Shrimp Egg Rolls 4.91 from 20 votes Deep-fried to golden perfection, these Shrimp Egg Rolls make a delicious appetizer for your Lunar New Year feast. I like serving mine with a miso dipping sauce, but sweet chili or garlic soy sauce works just as well. A simple technique of straightening the shrimp makes preparation easier—no chopping needed! They’re so tasty and addictive, you’ll want to make them at home. Get Recipe Sara Udon 4.53 from 23 votes Noodles symbolize longevity and good fortune in the new year. This Crispy Noodles with Seafood (海鮮炒麵) combines seafood, pork, fish cakes, cabbage, bean sprouts, and colorful vegetables over a crispy bed of pan-fried egg noodles. Get Recipe Chicken Chashu 5 from 4 votes If you love chashu, you’ll adore these juicy, tender Chicken Chashu! It is lighter and beginner-friendly. Here, I roll and pan-sear chicken thighs, then braise and marinate them in a sweet-savory sauce. The smoky, succulent slices are perfect on noodle soups, in a rice bowl, or on their own. Get Recipe Fried Lotus Root with Pork 4.78 from 9 votes Crispy lotus root stuffed with a savory pork and shiitake filling is a family favorite! Lotus root symbolizes abundance, and its holes remind us to keep an open mind—perfect for starting the new year with joy and possibilities. Get Recipe Sushi Rolls (Maki Sushi – Hosomaki) 4.62 from 44 votes Sushi has become a popular choice for Chinese New Year potlucks among Southeast Asian Chinese in Malaysia and Singapore. With their multicultural communities, modern twists on traditional menus are often embraced during the celebrations. You can easily make sushi rolls for your own party using my step-by-step recipe. Get Recipe Pork Shumai (Steamed Pork Dumplings) 4.78 from 18 votes Another dim sum favorite, Shumai (Steamed Pork Dumplings) are easier to make than you might think. Grab a bamboo steamer or wide basket, and you’ll be enjoying tender, flavorful dumplings at home in no time. Get Recipe Beef and Green Pepper Stir Fry (Chinjao Rosu) 4.59 from 51 votes Beef and Green Pepper Stir-Fry (Chinjao Rosu) is an extremely popular dish in Japan—so much so that we have our own version of this traditional Chinese dish! This one-pan stir-fry is full of flavor and comes together in less than 30 minutes. Get Recipe Chashu Fried Rice 4.79 from 19 votes Fried rice is often served toward the end of a meal, or alongside other dishes to satisfy anyone still hungry. This Chashu Fried Rice, with savory pork belly and fluffy eggs, is luxurious enough for Lunar New Year celebrations. If you make homemade char siu (BBQ pork), save some leftovers for this recipe! Get Recipe Tofu Egg Drop Soup 5 from 10 votes Tofu Egg Drop Soup is a cozy, nourishing bowl filled with tofu, egg ribbons, and fragrant ginger. It comes together in just 10 minutes. Get Recipe Gyoza (Japanese Potstickers) 4.68 from 501 votes Dumplings are a Lunar New Year essential, and these pan-fried dumplings are a popular choice for a modern twist on the celebration menu. Get Recipe
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[16 comments](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#comments) [![Namiko Hirasawa Chen](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/namiko-small.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/about/namiko-hirasawa-chen/) by [Namiko Hirasawa Chen](https://www.justonecookbook.com/about/namiko-hirasawa-chen/). Updated July 4, 2024 This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my [disclosure policy](https://www.justonecookbook.com/privacy-policy/). From Chinese almond cookies to whole steamed fish, dumplings, and chashu fried rice, these Lunar New Year recipes are filled with symbolic dishes to bring good luck to your table. ![Chinese almond cookies and a glass jar of the cookies.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Chinese-Almond-Cookies-2338-II.jpg) ## Quick Highlights Lunar New Year (also called Chinese New Year or Spring Festival 春節) is one of the most meaningful celebrations across East and Southeast Asian cultures. It’s a time when families gather, traditions come alive, and the table fills with dishes that symbolize prosperity, longevity, and good fortune for the year ahead. As many of you requested, I’ve gathered this roundup of Lunar New Year recipes to help you create a festive and meaningful meal to welcome the new year with loved ones. May these recipes bring you luck, good health, and plenty of joyful moments in the year ahead\! [![Chinese almond cookies served with a cup of coffee.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Chinese-Almond-Cookies-2350-I-1.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/almond-cookies/) ### [Almond Cookies](https://www.justonecookbook.com/almond-cookies/) 4\.66 from 148 votes Chinese Almond Cookies are simple, crisp, buttery, and full of rich almond flavor. A classic treat for Chinese New Year, they come together easily—just combine all the ingredients in one bowl, roll into small balls, and bake for about 15 minutes. They’re perfect with a cup of tea or coffee. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/almond-cookies/) * [![The wooden plate containing black sesame cookies.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Sesame-Cookies-1546-I-2.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/sesame-cookies/) ### [Black Sesame Cookies](https://www.justonecookbook.com/sesame-cookies/) 4\.69 from 209 votes These Black Sesame Cookies are perfect for making and gifting during the Lunar New Year. Their rich, nutty aroma and irresistible texture make them a guaranteed crowd favorite. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/sesame-cookies/) * [![3 types of steamed cakes on a cake stand.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Steamed-Cake-8359-I.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/steamed-cake/) ### [Steamed Cake](https://www.justonecookbook.com/steamed-cake/) 4\.80 from 233 votes For a contemporary and healthier take on sweet treats, you’ll love these soft, light, and spongy steamed cakes. They’re wonderful as a Lunar New Year breakfast or snack, and you can customize them with either savory or sweet fillings. One of our Chinese readers even tried them with red bean paste, which sounds amazing. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/steamed-cake/) * [![a large bowl containing shrimp and wonton soup along with the condiments.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Shrimp-and-Pork-Wonton-Soup-2652-I.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/shrimp-pork-wonton/) ### [Wonton Soup](https://www.justonecookbook.com/shrimp-pork-wonton/) 4\.64 from 95 votes No Chinese New Year is complete without the most symbolic food—jiaozi (dumplings). Shaped like gold ingots or money bags, these dumplings are eaten to bring good fortune. I like using both shrimp and pork in my filling for a sweeter flavor and better texture. Serve them in a comforting broth for a heartwarming start to the new year. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/shrimp-pork-wonton/) * [![A white plate containing Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry (Ebi Chili).](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Shrimp-in-Chili-Sauce-7425-I.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/ebi-chili/) ### [Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry (Ebi Chili)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/ebi-chili/) 4\.67 from 21 votes Inspired by Szechuan-style Kan Shao Shrimp (乾焼蝦仁), this sizzling Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry (Ebi Chili) promises lots of laughter (siu har har 笑哈哈) and a happy belly\! This recipe is less spicy than the traditional version, so it’s great for families and anyone who enjoys milder heat. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/ebi-chili/) * [![Cantonese Steamed Fish served on a big platter.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Cantonese-Steamed-Fish-6955-I.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/cantonese-steamed-fish/) ### [Cantonese Steamed Fish](https://www.justonecookbook.com/cantonese-steamed-fish/) 4\.80 from 5 votes A whole fish is a staple of Chinese New Year celebrations, symbolizing prosperity for the year ahead. This Cantonese-style steamed fish is delicately flavored with soy sauce and topped with shiitake mushrooms and green onions. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/cantonese-steamed-fish/) * [![A mini bamboo steamer containing Steamed Pork Buns (Nikuman).](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Nikuman-Steamed-Pork-Buns-5163-I-1.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/nikuman-steamed-pork-buns/) ### [Nikuman (Steamed Pork Buns)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/nikuman-steamed-pork-buns/) 4\.75 from 136 votes Steamed pork buns are a classic Chinese breakfast and dim sum favorite. Filled with ground pork, shiitake mushrooms, cabbage, and scallions, this recipe has received many rave reviews. You might be surprised at how easy it is to make your own steamed buns at home\! [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/nikuman-steamed-pork-buns/) * [![Rice bowls containing shrimp fried rice.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Shrimp-Fried-Rice-6496-I.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/shrimp-fried-rice/) ### [Shrimp Fried Rice](https://www.justonecookbook.com/shrimp-fried-rice/) 4\.75 from 32 votes Shrimp symbolize laughter and good cheer in Cantonese. This wok-charred Shrimp Fried Rice is a joyful, crowd-pleasing dish that’s sure to leave everyone happy and full. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/shrimp-fried-rice/) * [![Shrimp Egg Rolls on a serving platter along with Negi Miso Sauce.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Shrimp-Egg-Rolls-8480-I-1.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/shrimp-egg-rolls/) ### [Shrimp Egg Rolls](https://www.justonecookbook.com/shrimp-egg-rolls/) 4\.91 from 20 votes Deep-fried to golden perfection, these Shrimp Egg Rolls make a delicious appetizer for your Lunar New Year feast. I like serving mine with a miso dipping sauce, but sweet chili or garlic soy sauce works just as well. A simple technique of straightening the shrimp makes preparation easier—no chopping needed! They’re so tasty and addictive, you’ll want to make them at home. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/shrimp-egg-rolls/) * [![A white bowl containing Crispy Noodles with Seafood (Sara Udon).](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Crispy-Noodles-with-Seafood-I-1.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/sara-udon-crispy-noodles-with-seafood/) ### [Sara Udon](https://www.justonecookbook.com/sara-udon-crispy-noodles-with-seafood/) 4\.53 from 23 votes Noodles symbolize longevity and good fortune in the new year. This Crispy Noodles with Seafood (海鮮炒麵) combines seafood, pork, fish cakes, cabbage, bean sprouts, and colorful vegetables over a crispy bed of pan-fried egg noodles. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/sara-udon-crispy-noodles-with-seafood/) * [![A rectangular plate containing thinly sliced, seared chicken chashu served with bok choy.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Chicken-Chashu-1742-I.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chicken-chashu/) ### [Chicken Chashu](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chicken-chashu/) 5 from 4 votes If you love chashu, you’ll adore these juicy, tender Chicken Chashu! It is lighter and beginner-friendly. Here, I roll and pan-sear chicken thighs, then braise and marinate them in a sweet-savory sauce. The smoky, succulent slices are perfect on noodle soups, in a rice bowl, or on their own. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chicken-chashu/) * [![Fried Lotus Root with Pork on a white plate.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Fried-Lotus-Root-with-Pork-8347-I.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/fried-lotus-root-with-pork/) ### [Fried Lotus Root with Pork](https://www.justonecookbook.com/fried-lotus-root-with-pork/) 4\.78 from 9 votes Crispy lotus root stuffed with a savory pork and shiitake filling is a family favorite! Lotus root symbolizes abundance, and its holes remind us to keep an open mind—perfect for starting the new year with joy and possibilities. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/fried-lotus-root-with-pork/) * [![Sushi Rolls (Maki Sushi – Hosomaki) on a Japanese square plate.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Sushi-Rolls-Maki-Sushi-%E2%80%93-Hosomaki-1117-I.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/sushi-rolls/) ### [Sushi Rolls (Maki Sushi – Hosomaki)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/sushi-rolls/) 4\.62 from 44 votes Sushi has become a popular choice for Chinese New Year potlucks among Southeast Asian Chinese in Malaysia and Singapore. With their multicultural communities, modern twists on traditional menus are often embraced during the celebrations. You can easily make sushi rolls for your own party using my step-by-step recipe. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/sushi-rolls/) * [![A bamboo steamed basket containing pork shumai (steamed pork dumplings).](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Shumai-0323-I.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/shumai/) ### [Pork Shumai (Steamed Pork Dumplings)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/shumai/) 4\.78 from 18 votes Another dim sum favorite, Shumai (Steamed Pork Dumplings) are easier to make than you might think. Grab a bamboo steamer or wide basket, and you’ll be enjoying tender, flavorful dumplings at home in no time. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/shumai/) * [![A Japanese blue and white ceramic containing Beef and Green Pepper Stir Fry.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Beef-and-Green-Pepper-Stir-Fry-0882-I.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/beef-green-pepper-stir-fry/) ### [Beef and Green Pepper Stir Fry (Chinjao Rosu)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/beef-green-pepper-stir-fry/) 4\.59 from 51 votes Beef and Green Pepper Stir-Fry (Chinjao Rosu) is an extremely popular dish in Japan—so much so that we have our own version of this traditional Chinese dish! This one-pan stir-fry is full of flavor and comes together in less than 30 minutes. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/beef-green-pepper-stir-fry/) * [![Chashu fried rice served on white plates.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Chashu-Fried-Rice-9916-I-1.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chashu-fried-rice/) ### [Chashu Fried Rice](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chashu-fried-rice/) 4\.79 from 19 votes Fried rice is often served toward the end of a meal, or alongside other dishes to satisfy anyone still hungry. This Chashu Fried Rice, with savory pork belly and fluffy eggs, is luxurious enough for Lunar New Year celebrations. If you make homemade char siu (BBQ pork), save some leftovers for this recipe\! [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chashu-fried-rice/) * [![A bowl of egg drop soup with tofu cubes and sliced green onions, served in a red bowl on a rustic wooden table, with a red spoon and other dishes nearby.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Tofu-Egg-Drop-Soup-3327-I-1-1200x800.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/tofu-egg-drop-soup/) ### [Tofu Egg Drop Soup](https://www.justonecookbook.com/tofu-egg-drop-soup/) 5 from 10 votes Tofu Egg Drop Soup is a cozy, nourishing bowl filled with tofu, egg ribbons, and fragrant ginger. It comes together in just 10 minutes. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/tofu-egg-drop-soup/) * [![A round plate containing gyoza (Japanese potstickers or pan-fried dumplings) with a small plate of dipping sauce made with soy sauce, vinegar, and Japanese chili oil.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Gyoza-7444-I-2.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/gyoza/) ### [Gyoza (Japanese Potstickers)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/gyoza/) 4\.68 from 501 votes Dumplings are a Lunar New Year essential, and these pan-fried dumplings are a popular choice for a modern twist on the celebration menu. 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Since 2011, I’ve shared over 1,200 easy, foolproof recipes with step-by-step photos to help you cook delicious Japanese meals with confidence at home. [More](https://www.justonecookbook.com/about/namiko-hirasawa-chen/) Leave a Comment [Cancel reply](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#respond) 16 Comments - C Y Dear Nami Please could you share what it is like celebrating the Lunar New Year in Japan including special customs and cuisines. We know it is a big deal in South-east Asia and China, in Korea too as described by a Korean friend. Thank you. - February 14, 2026 - [Reply](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#comment-532059) - Naomi (JOC Community Manager) Hello! Thank you for your question. In Japan, the Lunar New Year isn’t celebrated as widely because we follow the Gregorian calendar. Instead, New Year on January 1st is the main holiday, with families enjoying osechi ryori (special dishes with symbolic meanings), mochi, and ozoni soup. Some regions and communities with Chinese heritage do celebrate the Lunar New Year with special customs and dishes you see in this post. Hope this helps! 🌸 - February 16, 2026 - [Reply](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#comment-532110) - Dawn Fornear These all sound wonderful! It’s interesting to see the crossover between different Asian cuisines. Are the steamed pork buns listed here different than nikuman? - January 22, 2023 - [Reply](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#comment-486128) - Naomi (JOC Community Manager) Hi Dawn! Thank you so much for reading Nami’s post and trying her recipes\! The steamed pork bun here is the same as Nami’s Nikuman recipe. If you click the red letter recipe name, it will direct you to the recipe post. We hope this helps\! - January 23, 2023 - [Reply](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#comment-486150) - Mia Can you make some healthy Okinawan favorites and if possible Gluten-free options? Recently have been incorporating monk sugar as my sugar replacement as my friends are getting more health conscious. Would love to hear your thoughts if Japanese recipes can replace healthier ingredients such as almond flour, etc.? Thank you and pls more Taiwanese recipes~ loved this CNY edition : ) - February 2, 2021 - [Reply](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#comment-415490) - Naomi (JOC Community Manager) Hi Mia, Nami has a few Okinawan recipes on the site. Here are some of the favorites: <https://www.justonecookbook.com/okinawa-soba/> <https://www.justonecookbook.com/taco-rice/> <https://www.justonecookbook.com/goya-champuru/> And thanks for your request for healthy ingredients and Taiwanese recipes. Nami’s expertise is to share traditional and authentic Japanese recipes. So the focus has always been on Japanese home-cooked food (how they are prepared in Japanese homes). However, you can definitely use healthier substitutions for the recipes whenever they seem fit. Many of our readers have made slight adjustments to Nami’s original recipes with success. In the meantime, Nami will try to include healthy suggestions in future recipes if suitable. Thanks for your support\! - February 3, 2021 - [Reply](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#comment-415601) - Annie M. Nami, Thank you for posting these recipes for Chinese New Year. I am of Japanese heritage but my daughter married a Chinese American. I am thinking of preparing many of these dishes for my grandkids so they can celebrate the Chinese New Year (we already eat Japanese food for January 1st). Our family is all about food celebrations so I am anxious to try your Chinese New Year recipes\! Thank you! I love your emails\! - January 29, 2021 - [Reply](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#comment-415092) - Naomi (JOC Community Manager) Hi Annie, We are glad to hear you enjoyed this post. Thank you very much for checking out Nami’s recipes! We hope you and your family enjoy these delicious dishes. Happy New Year\! - February 1, 2021 - [Reply](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#comment-415316) - Joan A Everything looks yummy. On the first day, some of us eat Buddha’s delight instead of all the meat stuff. It’s also really yummy. Gong Xi Fa Cai\! - January 29, 2021 - [Reply](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#comment-415022) - Naomi (JOC Community Manager) Hi Joan, Thank you for reading this post! Buddha’s delight sounds great and healthy! Gong Xi Fa Cai\! - February 1, 2021 - [Reply](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#comment-415315) - K I’m decorating slowly for the lunar new year. It actually falls on my birthday this year so I’m planning lots of good food. Congee, shumai and maybe some sushi. I’ll probably decide to make some char sui stuffed buns or something along those lines too. - January 29, 2021 - [Reply](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#comment-414714) - Naomi (JOC Community Manager) Hi K, Wow, It sounds like a great plan! Make us hungry!😋 Happy New Year\! - February 1, 2021 - [Reply](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#comment-415314) - Darrel Fukamaki Tell Mr. JOC, Gung Hay Fat Choi……… - January 29, 2021 - [Reply](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#comment-414701) - Naomi (JOC Community Manager) Hi Darrel, Sure! Happy New Year!🎉 - February 1, 2021 - [Reply](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#comment-415313) - Susan Shouldn’t we call it Lunar New Year instead of Chinese New Year? It is celebrated in many parts of Asia. Not just China. Just saying…. - January 17, 2020 - [Reply](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#comment-365692) - Namiko Hirasawa Chen Hi Susan! Thanks for bringing this up. I do mention Lunar New Year in the post. The reason why I used Chinese New Year in the title because my recipes are of Chinese origin. The menu is definitely more catered to CNY. I know other Asian cultures who celebrate Lunar New Year may have slightly different foods, so CNY would be more accurate in this context. Hope this explains. 🙂 - January 17, 2020 - [Reply](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#comment-365707) ![Namiko Hirasawa Chen](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/namiko-hirasawa-1-scaled.jpg) ## Easy Japanese Recipes for Everyday Home Cooking Konnichiwa, I’m Nami. Born and raised in Japan, I’m the founder and recipe creator behind Just One Cookbook, the largest English-language website for Japanese recipes. 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Readable Markdown	From Chinese almond cookies to whole steamed fish, dumplings, and chashu fried rice, these Lunar New Year recipes are filled with symbolic dishes to bring good luck to your table. ![Chinese almond cookies and a glass jar of the cookies.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Chinese-Almond-Cookies-2338-II.jpg) ## Quick Highlights Lunar New Year (also called Chinese New Year or Spring Festival 春節) is one of the most meaningful celebrations across East and Southeast Asian cultures. It’s a time when families gather, traditions come alive, and the table fills with dishes that symbolize prosperity, longevity, and good fortune for the year ahead. As many of you requested, I’ve gathered this roundup of Lunar New Year recipes to help you create a festive and meaningful meal to welcome the new year with loved ones. May these recipes bring you luck, good health, and plenty of joyful moments in the year ahead\! [![Chinese almond cookies served with a cup of coffee.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Chinese-Almond-Cookies-2350-I-1.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/almond-cookies/) ### [Almond Cookies](https://www.justonecookbook.com/almond-cookies/) 4\.66 from 148 votes Chinese Almond Cookies are simple, crisp, buttery, and full of rich almond flavor. A classic treat for Chinese New Year, they come together easily—just combine all the ingredients in one bowl, roll into small balls, and bake for about 15 minutes. They’re perfect with a cup of tea or coffee. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/almond-cookies/) * [![The wooden plate containing black sesame cookies.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Sesame-Cookies-1546-I-2.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/sesame-cookies/) ### [Black Sesame Cookies](https://www.justonecookbook.com/sesame-cookies/) 4\.69 from 209 votes These Black Sesame Cookies are perfect for making and gifting during the Lunar New Year. Their rich, nutty aroma and irresistible texture make them a guaranteed crowd favorite. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/sesame-cookies/) * [![3 types of steamed cakes on a cake stand.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Steamed-Cake-8359-I.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/steamed-cake/) ### [Steamed Cake](https://www.justonecookbook.com/steamed-cake/) 4\.80 from 233 votes For a contemporary and healthier take on sweet treats, you’ll love these soft, light, and spongy steamed cakes. They’re wonderful as a Lunar New Year breakfast or snack, and you can customize them with either savory or sweet fillings. One of our Chinese readers even tried them with red bean paste, which sounds amazing. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/steamed-cake/) * [![a large bowl containing shrimp and wonton soup along with the condiments.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Shrimp-and-Pork-Wonton-Soup-2652-I.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/shrimp-pork-wonton/) ### [Wonton Soup](https://www.justonecookbook.com/shrimp-pork-wonton/) 4\.64 from 95 votes No Chinese New Year is complete without the most symbolic food—jiaozi (dumplings). Shaped like gold ingots or money bags, these dumplings are eaten to bring good fortune. I like using both shrimp and pork in my filling for a sweeter flavor and better texture. Serve them in a comforting broth for a heartwarming start to the new year. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/shrimp-pork-wonton/) * [![A white plate containing Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry (Ebi Chili).](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Shrimp-in-Chili-Sauce-7425-I.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/ebi-chili/) ### [Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry (Ebi Chili)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/ebi-chili/) 4\.67 from 21 votes Inspired by Szechuan-style Kan Shao Shrimp (乾焼蝦仁), this sizzling Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry (Ebi Chili) promises lots of laughter (siu har har 笑哈哈) and a happy belly\! This recipe is less spicy than the traditional version, so it’s great for families and anyone who enjoys milder heat. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/ebi-chili/) * [![Cantonese Steamed Fish served on a big platter.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Cantonese-Steamed-Fish-6955-I.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/cantonese-steamed-fish/) ### [Cantonese Steamed Fish](https://www.justonecookbook.com/cantonese-steamed-fish/) 4\.80 from 5 votes A whole fish is a staple of Chinese New Year celebrations, symbolizing prosperity for the year ahead. This Cantonese-style steamed fish is delicately flavored with soy sauce and topped with shiitake mushrooms and green onions. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/cantonese-steamed-fish/) * [![A mini bamboo steamer containing Steamed Pork Buns (Nikuman).](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Nikuman-Steamed-Pork-Buns-5163-I-1.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/nikuman-steamed-pork-buns/) ### [Nikuman (Steamed Pork Buns)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/nikuman-steamed-pork-buns/) 4\.75 from 136 votes Steamed pork buns are a classic Chinese breakfast and dim sum favorite. Filled with ground pork, shiitake mushrooms, cabbage, and scallions, this recipe has received many rave reviews. You might be surprised at how easy it is to make your own steamed buns at home\! [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/nikuman-steamed-pork-buns/) * [![Rice bowls containing shrimp fried rice.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Shrimp-Fried-Rice-6496-I.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/shrimp-fried-rice/) ### [Shrimp Fried Rice](https://www.justonecookbook.com/shrimp-fried-rice/) 4\.75 from 32 votes Shrimp symbolize laughter and good cheer in Cantonese. This wok-charred Shrimp Fried Rice is a joyful, crowd-pleasing dish that’s sure to leave everyone happy and full. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/shrimp-fried-rice/) * [![Shrimp Egg Rolls on a serving platter along with Negi Miso Sauce.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Shrimp-Egg-Rolls-8480-I-1.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/shrimp-egg-rolls/) ### [Shrimp Egg Rolls](https://www.justonecookbook.com/shrimp-egg-rolls/) 4\.91 from 20 votes Deep-fried to golden perfection, these Shrimp Egg Rolls make a delicious appetizer for your Lunar New Year feast. I like serving mine with a miso dipping sauce, but sweet chili or garlic soy sauce works just as well. A simple technique of straightening the shrimp makes preparation easier—no chopping needed! They’re so tasty and addictive, you’ll want to make them at home. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/shrimp-egg-rolls/) * [![A white bowl containing Crispy Noodles with Seafood (Sara Udon).](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Crispy-Noodles-with-Seafood-I-1.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/sara-udon-crispy-noodles-with-seafood/) ### [Sara Udon](https://www.justonecookbook.com/sara-udon-crispy-noodles-with-seafood/) 4\.53 from 23 votes Noodles symbolize longevity and good fortune in the new year. This Crispy Noodles with Seafood (海鮮炒麵) combines seafood, pork, fish cakes, cabbage, bean sprouts, and colorful vegetables over a crispy bed of pan-fried egg noodles. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/sara-udon-crispy-noodles-with-seafood/) * [![A rectangular plate containing thinly sliced, seared chicken chashu served with bok choy.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Chicken-Chashu-1742-I.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chicken-chashu/) ### [Chicken Chashu](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chicken-chashu/) 5 from 4 votes If you love chashu, you’ll adore these juicy, tender Chicken Chashu! It is lighter and beginner-friendly. Here, I roll and pan-sear chicken thighs, then braise and marinate them in a sweet-savory sauce. The smoky, succulent slices are perfect on noodle soups, in a rice bowl, or on their own. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chicken-chashu/) * [![Fried Lotus Root with Pork on a white plate.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Fried-Lotus-Root-with-Pork-8347-I.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/fried-lotus-root-with-pork/) ### [Fried Lotus Root with Pork](https://www.justonecookbook.com/fried-lotus-root-with-pork/) 4\.78 from 9 votes Crispy lotus root stuffed with a savory pork and shiitake filling is a family favorite! Lotus root symbolizes abundance, and its holes remind us to keep an open mind—perfect for starting the new year with joy and possibilities. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/fried-lotus-root-with-pork/) * [![Sushi Rolls (Maki Sushi – Hosomaki) on a Japanese square plate.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Sushi-Rolls-Maki-Sushi-%E2%80%93-Hosomaki-1117-I.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/sushi-rolls/) ### [Sushi Rolls (Maki Sushi – Hosomaki)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/sushi-rolls/) 4\.62 from 44 votes Sushi has become a popular choice for Chinese New Year potlucks among Southeast Asian Chinese in Malaysia and Singapore. With their multicultural communities, modern twists on traditional menus are often embraced during the celebrations. You can easily make sushi rolls for your own party using my step-by-step recipe. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/sushi-rolls/) * [![A bamboo steamed basket containing pork shumai (steamed pork dumplings).](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Shumai-0323-I.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/shumai/) ### [Pork Shumai (Steamed Pork Dumplings)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/shumai/) 4\.78 from 18 votes Another dim sum favorite, Shumai (Steamed Pork Dumplings) are easier to make than you might think. Grab a bamboo steamer or wide basket, and you’ll be enjoying tender, flavorful dumplings at home in no time. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/shumai/) * [![A Japanese blue and white ceramic containing Beef and Green Pepper Stir Fry.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Beef-and-Green-Pepper-Stir-Fry-0882-I.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/beef-green-pepper-stir-fry/) ### [Beef and Green Pepper Stir Fry (Chinjao Rosu)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/beef-green-pepper-stir-fry/) 4\.59 from 51 votes Beef and Green Pepper Stir-Fry (Chinjao Rosu) is an extremely popular dish in Japan—so much so that we have our own version of this traditional Chinese dish! This one-pan stir-fry is full of flavor and comes together in less than 30 minutes. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/beef-green-pepper-stir-fry/) * [![Chashu fried rice served on white plates.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Chashu-Fried-Rice-9916-I-1.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chashu-fried-rice/) ### [Chashu Fried Rice](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chashu-fried-rice/) 4\.79 from 19 votes Fried rice is often served toward the end of a meal, or alongside other dishes to satisfy anyone still hungry. This Chashu Fried Rice, with savory pork belly and fluffy eggs, is luxurious enough for Lunar New Year celebrations. If you make homemade char siu (BBQ pork), save some leftovers for this recipe\! [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/chashu-fried-rice/) * [![A bowl of egg drop soup with tofu cubes and sliced green onions, served in a red bowl on a rustic wooden table, with a red spoon and other dishes nearby.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Tofu-Egg-Drop-Soup-3327-I-1-1200x800.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/tofu-egg-drop-soup/) ### [Tofu Egg Drop Soup](https://www.justonecookbook.com/tofu-egg-drop-soup/) 5 from 10 votes Tofu Egg Drop Soup is a cozy, nourishing bowl filled with tofu, egg ribbons, and fragrant ginger. It comes together in just 10 minutes. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/tofu-egg-drop-soup/) *** [![A round plate containing gyoza (Japanese potstickers or pan-fried dumplings) with a small plate of dipping sauce made with soy sauce, vinegar, and Japanese chili oil.](https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Gyoza-7444-I-2.jpg)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/gyoza/) ### [Gyoza (Japanese Potstickers)](https://www.justonecookbook.com/gyoza/) 4\.68 from 501 votes Dumplings are a Lunar New Year essential, and these pan-fried dumplings are a popular choice for a modern twist on the celebration menu. [Get Recipe](https://www.justonecookbook.com/gyoza/)
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