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Calculated Shard: 176 (from laksa028)

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Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa176.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.saveur.com/food/lunar-new-year-recipes/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.saveur.com/food/lunar-new-year-recipes/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/food\/lunar-new-year-recipes\/","crawl_time":1776045793,"first_indexed_time":1643238417,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,saveur!www,\/food\/lunar-new-year-recipes\/ s443","src_root_hash":"674304618196472976","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Our Best Lunar New Year Recipes | Saveur","meta_descriptions":["This Lunar New Year, invite good fortune to your table with rice cakes, spring rolls, longevity noodles, and more."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Around the world, the celebratory dishes atop Lunar New Year feast tables are as symbolic as they are sumptuous. Long noodles signify longevity, chewy rice balls stuffed with sugary paste represent sweetness, and whole fish foreshadows abundance in the year ahead. Though often called Chinese New Year for its connection to the Chinese lunisolar calendar, Lunar New Year is a lively, joy-filled celebration across much of Asia, including Korea, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia. This year, ring in the Year of the Horse with a spread of global dishes—from crackly chả giò and chewy tteokguk, to fluffy fa gao and flaky pineapple tarts—to usher in prosperity and good fortune in the year ahead.\nPhoto: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Thu Buser\nWhile these tea-stained eggs are enjoyed as an everyday breakfast or snack in China and Taiwan, they also make an eye-catching and delectable addition to any Lunar New Year table. The fragrant marinade of soy sauce, star anise, and cinnamon infuses the yolks with a satisfying salty-sweet flavor and gives the whites an antique, marbled appearance.\nGet the recipe >\nADVERTISEMENT\nAD\nAD\nPhoto: Doaa Elkady • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Stylist: Paige Hicks\nIt doesn’t get more festive than this showstopping ba bao fan, which translates to “eight treasures rice.” New York City pastry chef Natasha Pickowicz reimagines her mom’s recipe for the auspicious Chinese dessert, cooking the traditional glutinous sweet rice with dried hibiscus flowers (which tint the cake the loveliest shade of pale pink!), enriching the red bean filling with butter and five-spice powder, and lacquering the artful arrangement of dried fruits on top with a glistening syrup.\nGet the recipe >\nPhoto: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Jessie YuChen\nIn many cultures, rice cakes are symbolic of a prosperous new year, so all shapes and sizes show up at holiday gatherings. This enticing stir-fried version—a spin on a Shanghai classic—amps up the flavor with a dollop of doubanjiang, the Chinese fermented soybean paste.\nGet the recipe >\nADVERTISEMENT\nAD\nAD\nPhoto: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Kat Craddock\nAt just about any festive occasion in\nVietnam\n, you can bet fried spring rolls will make an appearance on the feast table. Known regionally as chả giò or nem rán, the snack is best dipped into\nnước chấm\n, the sweet-sour Vietnamese condiment.\nGet the recipe >\nADVERTISEMENT\nAD\nAD\nKimberly Park\nBreak out those chopsticks for a generous platter of yu sheng, or yee sang, aka prosperity toss salad. Make the recipe chef Alex Au-Yeung serves at\nPhat Eatery\nin\nKaty, Texas\n, then gather friends and family around the table to mix the Malaysian and Singaporean staple together. The higher it’s tossed, the more blessings the new year will bring. (See Au-Yeung make the dish\nhere\n.)\nGet the recipe >\nJinju Kang (Courtesy Phaidon)\nJinju Kang\nCook thin oval-shaped tteok, or rice cakes, in a savory anchovy broth to make what Junghyun Park and Jungyoon Choi call “one of the most significant dishes in Korean tradition.” Eaten on the first day of the new year as a tribute to ancestors, the soothing soup showcases tteok at their toothsome best.\nGet the recipe >\nADVERTISEMENT\nAD\nAD\nPhoto: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Mariana Velasquez • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard\nCrispy sweet rice balls filled with red bean paste and rolled in sesame seeds are a mainstay at Chinese bakeries and dim-sum restaurants, but they’re particularly auspicious as a Lunar New Year treat—round foods symbolize not only the moon, but also family togetherness. Cookbook author\nKristina Cho\n’s recipe delivers a satisfying bite that’s crisp and crackly on the outside, and tender and chewy on the inside.\nGet the recipe >\nPhoto: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Mariana Velasquez\nADVERTISEMENT\nAD\nAD\nCrispy fried wrappers envelop a delectable pork filling in these Filipino spring rolls, a party favorite in the Philippines and among the diaspora. Chef\nDale Talde\nserves his version with sawsawan, a vinegar-and-soy-sauce mixture laced with raw garlic and fiery chiles.\nGet the recipe >\nPhoto: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Jessie YuChen\nChewy dough encases a rich, earthy paste made from nuts and sesame seeds in this Chinese snack symbolizing family reunion. Families boil them to celebrate Yuanxiao Jie, also known as the Lantern Festival, which falls on the 15th day of the lunar month and marks the end of the two-week new-year festivities. Make this version from\nBuwei Yang Chao’s 1945 cookbook\nto enjoy while admiring the full moon.\nGet the recipe >\nADVERTISEMENT\nAD\nAD\nPhoto: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Mariana Velasquez • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard\nSometimes called prosperity cake, fa gao is a beloved Chinese Lunar New Year treat that’s extra pretty to boot. When steamed, the tops of the cakes blossom into a flower-like pattern. In this recipe from Kristina Cho, the cookbook author lets us in on her grandmother’s clever shortcut: Bisquick, which ensures perfectly split tops and a satisfyingly soft, fluffy texture.\nGet the recipe >\nHeami Lee\nWrap, pleat, and boil a pot of dumplings—a symbol of wealth and prosperousness in China because of their resemblance to gold ingots—to invite good fortune in the year ahead. Pork and chives make a classic savory pairing, so fold a little extra to freeze and enjoy in the new year whenever a craving strikes.\nGet the recipe >\nADVERTISEMENT\nAD\nAD\nPhoto: Jenny Huang • Food Styling: Tyna Hoang\nInvite good health and longevity with steaming bowls of red-braised beef noodle soup enriched with soy sauce, ginger, and scallions. This recipe from a Taipei noodle shop calls for simmering the protein for a few hours, yielding fall-apart-tender meat.\nGet the recipe >\nPhoto: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard\nADVERTISEMENT\nAD\nAD\nFor special occasions like the new year, Vietnamese families often pickle radishes in nước chấm rather than the usual brine. The flavorful liquid imparts a depth of flavor that cuts through the richness of opulent celebratory dishes. \nGet the recipe >\nYi Jun Loh\nFood blogger\nYi Jun Loh\n’s pineapple tart recipe transforms the tropical fruit into a spiced, marmalade-esque filling, then encases the jammy mixture in rich, buttery pastry. The two-bite delights—popular in Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia when the Lunar New Year rolls around—are perfect for hosting, gifting, and snacking.\nGet the recipe >\nADVERTISEMENT\nAD\nAD\nAllie Wist\nThis hearty dish of caramelized, melt-in-your-mouth pork belly gets its irresistible savoriness from fish sauce and Coco Rico, a mild, coconut-flavored soda from Puerto Rico that’s common in Vietnamese cooking. \nGet the recipe >\nPeter Som\nNamed for their impressive size, these juicy Chinese meatballs make a show-stopping addition to any festive feast. The trick to achieving their signature tender, bouncy texture? Stirring the pork mixture for at least five minutes, to thoroughly distribute fat and flavor.\nGet the recipe >\nADVERTISEMENT\nAD\nAD\nHeami Lee\nEnhance ground beef with chili oil for a spicy take on a Lunar New Year classic. These pan-fried dumplings are a beaut: a flour-vinegar slurry added near the end of the frying process creates a beautifully crispy “skirt” that holds the potstickers together. \nGet the recipe >\nPhoto: Belle Morizio • Food Styling: Victoria Granof • Prop Styling: Dayna Seman\nADVERTISEMENT\nAD\nAD\nThis stir-fried recipe calls for layering ingredients like dark soy sauce and sugar to concoct a concentrated, salty-sweet sauce that clings beautifully to noodles. Fresh mix-ins like cucumber and carrot add cheery color and satisfying crunch.\nGet the recipe >\nYuki Sugiura\nRed-braised pork belly is homestyle Chinese comfort food, with two types of soy sauce and a touch of sugar giving the beloved dish its signature glossiness and deep red-brown hue. In this version from cookbook author\nFuchsia Dunlop\n, boiled eggs make the ideal vehicle for soaking up the savory sauce.\nGet the recipe >\nADVERTISEMENT\nAD\nAD\nMaura McEvoy\nA stick-to-your-ribs Indonesian staple, this succulent number calls for slowly simmering beef in a rich coconutty sauce seasoned with aromatic lemongrass and makrut lime leaves. Serve it alongside steamed white rice to absorb the velvety gravy.\nGet the recipe >\nPhoto: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard\nTender short ribs and collagen-rich oxtail form the bedrock of this beefy, herbaceous Vietnamese stew. Fistfuls of cilantro and Thai basil enhance the dish with grassy aroma and brightness, while red onions and scallions add a peppery punch.\nGet the recipe >\nADVERTISEMENT\nAD\nAD\nPhoto: Paola + Murray • Food Styling: Simon Andrews • Prop Styling: Sophie Strangio\nSohui Kim, chef of Brooklyn restaurant\nGage & Tollner\n, weaves a thread of French technique into her Korean galbi jjim recipe: she incorporates both red wine and soy sauce into the braise for extra depth of flavor and East-meets-West oomph.\nGet the recipe >\nYen Wei and Ryan Chen (Courtesy Simon Element)\nADVERTISEMENT\nAD\nAD\nDress tender poached pork belly with garlic, chili oil, and Taiwanese soy paste for a delicately salty-sweet dish straight from the island’s vibrant beer halls.\nGet the recipe >\nHannah Che (Courtesy Clarkson Potter)\nReprinted with permission from The Vegan Chinese Kitchen by Hannah Che copyright © 2022. Photographs by Hannah Che. Published by Clarkson Potter, a division of Penguin Random House, LLC.\nAny feast full of rich fare needs some lighter options in the lineup for balance—like this flavorful, winter-friendly option from cookbook author\nHannah Che\n. Her recipe utilizes the Chinese smother-braising technique—similar to red-braising—to soften squash to a luxuriously buttery texture. \nGet the recipe >\nADVERTISEMENT\nAD\nAD\nMatt Taylor-Gross\nFor a whole-fish presentation with rich, nutty flavor and smoky flair, try this grilled, Vietnamese-inspired version from Houston chef\nChris Shepherd\n. The peanut pesto smearing the fish hits all the flavor notes: umami from the fish sauce, caramelly sweetness from the brown sugar, and brightness from the lime juice. \nGet the recipe >\nFarideh Sadeghin\nIt takes just five minutes to turn choy sum (or any other leafy green, like baby bok choy) into a garlicky, show-stealing side. Slightly bitter vegetables beautifully counterbalance any heartier dishes that might be on your banquet table.\nGet the recipe >\nADVERTISEMENT\nAD\nAD\nMatt Taylor-Gross\nSteamed sweet rice dough flavored with brown sugar and almond extract makes a luck-filled Chinese Lunar New Year treat (nian gao is a homophone for “higher every year”). A sprinkling of toasted sesame seeds and an optional smattering of red dates elevates the treat to show-stopper territory. \nGet the recipe >\nJason Lang\nADVERTISEMENT\nAD\nAD\nA whole chicken represents prosperity, so make this oven-baked Hainan-style version that calls for coating a bird generously in salt—resulting in even cooking and extra-moist meat.\nGet the recipe >\nKatherine Whittaker\nBright citrus and peppery fennel enliven flaky steamed fish in this elegant banquet-table centerpiece. Follow Chinese tradition and save some leftovers for the following day as a symbol of bringing surplus into the new year.\nGet the recipe >\nADVERTISEMENT\nAD\nAD\nPenny De Los Santos\nToss slippery sweet potato noodles with soy sauce, crunchy veg, and tender, juicy beef to make this crowd-pleasing Korean party dish. At any celebration of Seollal (as Lunar New Year is called in Korea), a heaping bowl is bound to be on the table.\nGet the recipe >\nTodd Coleman\nRice flour and grated daikon studded with lap cheong sausages are a perennially popular dim-sum order, and they make a welcome addition to any holiday feast. Serve the crisp-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside snack with spicy hoisin sauce for a fiery kick.\nGet the recipe >","attrs_markdown":"[Accessibility Policy and Support - Click here to view our policy or contact us with questions](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/website-accessibility-statement)\n\n- [Subscribe](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/food\/lunar-new-year-recipes\/ \"Subscribe\")\n  - [Newsletter](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/newsletter\/ \"Newsletter\")\n  - [Print](https:\/\/shop.saveur.com\/ \"Print\")\n  - [Stockists](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/stockists\/ \"Stockists\")\n  - [Digital Issues](https:\/\/saveur.zinioapps.com\/ \"Digital Issues\")\n- [Recipes](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/category\/recipes\/ \"Recipes\")\n  - [Recipes by Ingredient](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/category\/recipes-by-ingredient\/ \"Recipes by Ingredient\")\n  - [Recipes by Course](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/category\/recipes-by-course\/ \"Recipes by Course\")\n  - [Recipes by Cuisine](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/category\/recipes-by-cuisine\/ \"Recipes by Cuisine\")\n  - [Recipes by Season & Occasion](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/category\/recipes-by-season-occasion\/ \"Recipes by Season & Occasion\")\n  - [Techniques](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/category\/techniques\/ \"Techniques\")\n- [Culture](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/category\/culture\/ \"Culture\")\n  - [Features](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/category\/features\/ \"Features\")\n  - [Cookbook Club](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/category\/cookbook-club\/ \"Cookbook Club\")\n  - [Trends](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/category\/trends\/ \"Trends\")\n- [SPRING ENTERTAINING](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/celebrate-spring-with-american-lamb\/ \"SPRING ENTERTAINING\")\n\nOur Best Lunar New Year Recipes for an Auspicious Feast\n\nInvite good fortune to your table with rice cakes, spring rolls, longevity noodles, and more.\n\nM\n\nBy [Megan Zhang](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/authors\/megan-zhang\/)\n***\nUpdated on January 16, 2025\n\nAround the world, the celebratory dishes atop Lunar New Year feast tables are as symbolic as they are sumptuous. Long noodles signify longevity, chewy rice balls stuffed with sugary paste represent sweetness, and whole fish foreshadows abundance in the year ahead. Though often called Chinese New Year for its connection to the Chinese lunisolar calendar, Lunar New Year is a lively, joy-filled celebration across much of Asia, including Korea, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia. This year, ring in the Year of the Horse with a spread of global dishes—from crackly chả giò and chewy tteokguk, to fluffy fa gao and flaky pineapple tarts—to usher in prosperity and good fortune in the year ahead.\n\n## [Cha Ye Dan (Tea Eggs)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/chinese-tea-eggs\/)\n![Cha Ye Dan (Tea Eggs)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2014\/10\/Photo_-Murray-Hall-_-Food-Styling_-Thu-Buser_241209-murrayhall-saveur-07-cha-ye-dan-019-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Thu Buser*\n\nWhile these tea-stained eggs are enjoyed as an everyday breakfast or snack in China and Taiwan, they also make an eye-catching and delectable addition to any Lunar New Year table. The fragrant marinade of soy sauce, star anise, and cinnamon infuses the yolks with a satisfying salty-sweet flavor and gives the whites an antique, marbled appearance. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/chinese-tea-eggs\/)\n\n## [Ba Bao Fan](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/ba-bao-fan-eight-treasure-rice-cake\/)\n![Ba Bao Fan (Eight Treasure Rice Cake)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Photo_-Doaa-Elkady-_Food-Stylist-_Jason-Schreiber-_Prop-Stylist-Paige-Hicks_Babaofan-Cake-V2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Doaa Elkady • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Stylist: Paige Hicks*\n\nIt doesn’t get more festive than this showstopping ba bao fan, which translates to “eight treasures rice.” New York City pastry chef Natasha Pickowicz reimagines her mom’s recipe for the auspicious Chinese dessert, cooking the traditional glutinous sweet rice with dried hibiscus flowers (which tint the cake the loveliest shade of pale pink!), enriching the red bean filling with butter and five-spice powder, and lacquering the artful arrangement of dried fruits on top with a glistening syrup. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/ba-bao-fan-eight-treasure-rice-cake\/)\n\n## [Chao Niangao (Stir-Fried Rice Cakes)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/shanghai-stir-fry-rice-cake-recipe\/)\n![Shanghai Stir Fried Rice cakes](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2013\/12\/11-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-SHANGHAI-STIR-FRIED-RICECAKES-010-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Jessie YuChen*\n\nIn many cultures, rice cakes are symbolic of a prosperous new year, so all shapes and sizes show up at holiday gatherings. This enticing stir-fried version—a spin on a Shanghai classic—amps up the flavor with a dollop of doubanjiang, the Chinese fermented soybean paste. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/shanghai-stir-fry-rice-cake-recipe\/)\n\n*[Order the SAVEUR Selects Nitri-Black Carbon Steel 14-Inch Wok here](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0BKPH8G18?tag=actonxsaveur-20&asc_source=browser&asc_refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.saveur.com%2Ffood%2Flunar-new-year-recipes%2F&ascsubtag=0000SV0000056731O1024001220260413021302).*\n\n## [Chả Giò (Fried Spring Rolls)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/Recipes\/Vietnamese-Spring-Rolls\/)\n![Vietnamese Spring rolls](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2007\/03\/04-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-VIETNAMESE-SPRINGROLLS-023-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Kat Craddock*\n\nAt just about any festive occasion in [Vietnam](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/essential-vietnamese-recipes\/), you can bet fried spring rolls will make an appearance on the feast table. Known regionally as chả giò or nem rán, the snack is best dipped into [nước chấm](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/classic-vietnamese-dipping-sauce\/), the sweet-sour Vietnamese condiment. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/vietnamese-spring-rolls\/)\n\n## [Yu Sheng (Prosperity Toss Salad)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/prosperity-toss-salad\/)\n![](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2023\/07\/00-LEAD-Prosperity-Toss-by-Kimberly-Park-saveur.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Kimberly Park*\n\nBreak out those chopsticks for a generous platter of yu sheng, or yee sang, aka prosperity toss salad. Make the recipe chef Alex Au-Yeung serves at [Phat Eatery](https:\/\/www.phateatery.com\/) in [Katy, Texas](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/culture\/houston-lunar-new-year\/), then gather friends and family around the table to mix the Malaysian and Singaporean staple together. The higher it’s tossed, the more blessings the new year will bring. (See Au-Yeung make the dish [here](https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=u27GcQE0Dqc).) [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/prosperity-toss-salad\/)\n\n## [Tteokguk (Korean Rice Cake Soup)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/tteokguk-rice-cake-soup-recipe\/)\n![Tteokguk (Rice Cake Soup)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/P6754-0113_tteokguk_4x5_final-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Jinju Kang (Courtesy Phaidon)* *Jinju Kang*\n\nCook thin oval-shaped tteok, or rice cakes, in a savory anchovy broth to make what Junghyun Park and Jungyoon Choi call “one of the most significant dishes in Korean tradition.” Eaten on the first day of the new year as a tribute to ancestors, the soothing soup showcases tteok at their toothsome best. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/tteokguk-rice-cake-soup-recipe\/)\n\n## [Fried Sesame Balls with Sweet Red Bean Filling](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/fried-sesame-balls-recipe\/)\n![Sesame Balls Recipe Lunar New Year](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2022\/02\/01\/sesame-balls-recipe-lunar-new-year-cho-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Mariana Velasquez • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard*\n\nCrispy sweet rice balls filled with red bean paste and rolled in sesame seeds are a mainstay at Chinese bakeries and dim-sum restaurants, but they’re particularly auspicious as a Lunar New Year treat—round foods symbolize not only the moon, but also family togetherness. Cookbook author [Kristina Cho](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/food\/kristina-cho-mooncakes-and-milk-bread\/)’s recipe delivers a satisfying bite that’s crisp and crackly on the outside, and tender and chewy on the inside. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/fried-sesame-balls-recipe\/)\n\n## [Lumpia (Fried Spring Rolls)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/filipino-spring-rolls-lumpia-recipe\/)\n![Lumpia Recipe Filipino Spring Rolls](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2016\/07\/31\/Lumpia-recipe-filipino-spring-rolls-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Mariana Velasquez*\n\nCrispy fried wrappers envelop a delectable pork filling in these Filipino spring rolls, a party favorite in the Philippines and among the diaspora. Chef [Dale Talde](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/dale-talde-filipino-chicago\/) serves his version with sawsawan, a vinegar-and-soy-sauce mixture laced with raw garlic and fiery chiles. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/filipino-spring-rolls-lumpia-recipe\/)\n\n## [Yuanxiao (Sweet Rice Balls with Nut and Sesame Seed Filling)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/Recipes\/Yuanxiao-Dumplings\/)\n![Yuanxiao](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2011\/01\/07-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-YUANXIAO-010-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Jessie YuChen*\n\nChewy dough encases a rich, earthy paste made from nuts and sesame seeds in this Chinese snack symbolizing family reunion. Families boil them to celebrate Yuanxiao Jie, also known as the Lantern Festival, which falls on the 15th day of the lunar month and marks the end of the two-week new-year festivities. Make this version from [Buwei Yang Chao’s 1945 cookbook](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/0394717031?tag=actonxsaveur-20&asc_source=browser&asc_refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.saveur.com%2Ffood%2Flunar-new-year-recipes%2F&ascsubtag=0000SV0000056731O1024001220260413021302) to enjoy while admiring the full moon. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/yuanxiao-dumplings\/)\n\n## [Fa Gao (Steamed Cupcakes)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/fa-gao-recipe\/)\n![Steamed Cupcake Recipe Fa Gao](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2022\/02\/01\/Steamed-cupcake-recipe-lunar-new-year-cho-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Mariana Velasquez • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard*\n\nSometimes called prosperity cake, fa gao is a beloved Chinese Lunar New Year treat that’s extra pretty to boot. When steamed, the tops of the cakes blossom into a flower-like pattern. In this recipe from Kristina Cho, the cookbook author lets us in on her grandmother’s clever shortcut: Bisquick, which ensures perfectly split tops and a satisfyingly soft, fluffy texture. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/fa-gao-recipe\/)\n\n## [Pork and Chive Dumplings](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/chinese-pork-chive-dumpling-recipe\/)\n![boiled pork and chive dumplings](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/02\/08\/DFLHM5BEINUB2NJNNKH2VP2EEI-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Heami Lee*\n\nWrap, pleat, and boil a pot of dumplings—a symbol of wealth and prosperousness in China because of their resemblance to gold ingots—to invite good fortune in the year ahead. Pork and chives make a classic savory pairing, so fold a little extra to freeze and enjoy in the new year whenever a craving strikes. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/chinese-pork-chive-dumpling-recipe\/)\n\n## [Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/Recipes\/Hong-Shao-Niu-Rou-Mian-Taiwanese-Beef-Noodle-Soup\/)\n![Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup (Hong Shao Niu Rou Mian](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/03\/HMH4STHMBCAYWE5GZ6NBXFC3E4-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Jenny Huang • Food Styling: Tyna Hoang*\n\nInvite good health and longevity with steaming bowls of red-braised beef noodle soup enriched with soy sauce, ginger, and scallions. This recipe from a Taipei noodle shop calls for simmering the protein for a few hours, yielding fall-apart-tender meat. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/Recipes\/Hong-Shao-Niu-Rou-Mian-Taiwanese-Beef-Noodle-Soup\/)\n\n## [Fish Sauce-Pickled Radishes](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/fish-sauce-pickled-radish-recipe\/)\n![Fish Sauce-Pickled Radishes](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2022\/01\/29\/pickled-radishes-saveur-vietnamese-lunar-new-year-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard*\n\nFor special occasions like the new year, Vietnamese families often pickle radishes in nước chấm rather than the usual brine. The flavorful liquid imparts a depth of flavor that cuts through the richness of opulent celebratory dishes. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/fish-sauce-pickled-radish-recipe\/)\n\n## [Pineapple Tarts](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/story\/recipes\/lunar-new-year-pineapple-tart-cookie\/)\n![Pineapple Tarts](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2021\/02\/pineapple_tarts_4x5.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Yi Jun Loh*\n\nFood blogger [Yi Jun Loh](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/authors\/yi-jun-loh\/)’s pineapple tart recipe transforms the tropical fruit into a spiced, marmalade-esque filling, then encases the jammy mixture in rich, buttery pastry. The two-bite delights—popular in Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia when the Lunar New Year rolls around—are perfect for hosting, gifting, and snacking. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/story\/recipes\/lunar-new-year-pineapple-tart-cookie\/)\n\n## [Thit Kho (Vietnamese Braised Pork Belly with Eggs)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/braised-caramelized-vietnamese-coco-pork-belly-thit-kho-recipe\/)\n![thit kho ](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/18\/WVMOOAWVQ5HGIZC2DO2YT6D7QQ-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Allie Wist*\n\nThis hearty dish of caramelized, melt-in-your-mouth pork belly gets its irresistible savoriness from fish sauce and Coco Rico, a mild, coconut-flavored soda from Puerto Rico that’s common in Vietnamese cooking. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/braised-caramelized-vietnamese-coco-pork-belly-thit-kho-recipe\/)\n\n## [Chinese Lion’s Head Meatballs](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/chinese-lions-head-meatballs-recipe\/)\n![Lion Head Meatballs](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/09\/saveur-peter-som-lion-head-meatballs.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Peter Som*\n\nNamed for their impressive size, these juicy Chinese meatballs make a show-stopping addition to any festive feast. The trick to achieving their signature tender, bouncy texture? Stirring the pork mixture for at least five minutes, to thoroughly distribute fat and flavor. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/chinese-lions-head-meatballs-recipe\/)\n\n## [Spicy Beef Potstickers](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/spicy-beef-dumpling-recipe\/)\n![pan-fried spicy beef dumplings](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2017\/01\/110416_SAV-Dmplngs_Pancake-201_2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Heami Lee*\n\nEnhance ground beef with chili oil for a spicy take on a Lunar New Year classic. These pan-fried dumplings are a beaut: a flour-vinegar slurry added near the end of the frying process creates a beautifully crispy “skirt” that holds the potstickers together. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/spicy-beef-dumpling-recipe\/)\n\n## [Tian Tian Chao Mian (Chinese Everyday Fried Noodles)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/everyday-fried-noodles-recipe\/)\n![Everyday Stir Fried Noodles Recipe](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2011\/02\/17\/Everyday-stir-fried-noodles-recipe-belle-morizio.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Belle Morizio • Food Styling: Victoria Granof • Prop Styling: Dayna Seman*\n\nThis stir-fried recipe calls for layering ingredients like dark soy sauce and sugar to concoct a concentrated, salty-sweet sauce that clings beautifully to noodles. Fresh mix-ins like cucumber and carrot add cheery color and satisfying crunch. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/everyday-fried-noodles-recipe\/)\n\n## [Hong Shao Rou (Chinese Red-Braised Pork Belly with Eggs)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/chinese-red-braised-pork-belly-recipe\/)\n![Pork Belly](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/01\/28\/TWTJ6FYXVA4IXD7L6TGYHJWSFA-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Yuki Sugiura*\n\nRed-braised pork belly is homestyle Chinese comfort food, with two types of soy sauce and a touch of sugar giving the beloved dish its signature glossiness and deep red-brown hue. In this version from cookbook author [Fuchsia Dunlop](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/authors\/fuchsia-dunlop\/), boiled eggs make the ideal vehicle for soaking up the savory sauce. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/chinese-red-braised-pork-belly-recipe\/)\n\n## [Beef Rendang](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/beef-rendang\/)\n![Indonesia-Beef-Rendeng](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2014\/07\/13\/Beef-Rendeng-James-Oseland-768x1024.jpeg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Maura McEvoy*\n\nA stick-to-your-ribs Indonesian staple, this succulent number calls for slowly simmering beef in a rich coconutty sauce seasoned with aromatic lemongrass and makrut lime leaves. Serve it alongside steamed white rice to absorb the velvety gravy. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/beef-rendang\/)\n\n## [Bò Kho (Vietnamese-Style Beef Stew with Lemongrass, Ginger, and Garlic)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/bo-kho-recipe\/)\n![Bo Kho Recipe Vietnamese Beef Stew](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2022\/01\/26\/bo-kho-recipe-saveur-kate-berry-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard*\n\nTender short ribs and collagen-rich oxtail form the bedrock of this beefy, herbaceous Vietnamese stew. Fistfuls of cilantro and Thai basil enhance the dish with grassy aroma and brightness, while red onions and scallions add a peppery punch. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/bo-kho-recipe\/)\n\n## [Galbi Jjim (Braised Short Ribs](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/galbi-jjim-recipe\/))\n![Korean Thanksgiving Galbi Jjim Recipe](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2021\/11\/10\/Braised-short-ribs-korean-thanksgiving-saveur-paola-murray-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Paola + Murray • Food Styling: Simon Andrews • Prop Styling: Sophie Strangio*\n\nSohui Kim, chef of Brooklyn restaurant [Gage & Tollner](https:\/\/www.gageandtollner.com\/), weaves a thread of French technique into her Korean galbi jjim recipe: she incorporates both red wine and soy sauce into the braise for extra depth of flavor and East-meets-West oomph. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/galbi-jjim-recipe\/)\n\n## [Sliced Pork Belly with Garlic Sauce](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/sliced-pork-in-garlic-sauce\/)\n![Taiwanese Garlic Sliced Pork](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Garlic-Sliced-Pork_4x5-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Yen Wei and Ryan Chen (Courtesy Simon Element)*\n\nDress tender poached pork belly with garlic, chili oil, and Taiwanese soy paste for a delicately salty-sweet dish straight from the island’s vibrant beer halls. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/sliced-pork-in-garlic-sauce\/)\n\n## [Braised Winter Squash with Fermented Black Beans](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/braised-winter-squash-fermented-black-beans\/)\n![Braised Winter Squash Recipe](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/10\/00-LEAD-braised-winter-squash_2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Hannah Che (Courtesy Clarkson Potter)* *Reprinted with permission from The Vegan Chinese Kitchen by Hannah Che copyright © 2022. Photographs by Hannah Che. Published by Clarkson Potter, a division of Penguin Random House, LLC.*\n\nAny feast full of rich fare needs some lighter options in the lineup for balance—like this flavorful, winter-friendly option from cookbook author [Hannah Che](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/culture\/hannah-che-vegan-chinese-kitchen-q-and-a\/). Her recipe utilizes the Chinese smother-braising technique—similar to red-braising—to soften squash to a luxuriously buttery texture. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/braised-winter-squash-fermented-black-beans\/)\n\n## [Whole Grilled Fish with Vietnamese Peanut Pesto](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/whole-grilled-fish-with-vietnamese-peanut-pesto\/)\n![Whole Grilled Fish with Vietnamese Peanut Pesto](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/04\/SD6GNMTK2VBNLA7AQRV3SH5GMU-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Matt Taylor-Gross*\n\nFor a whole-fish presentation with rich, nutty flavor and smoky flair, try this grilled, Vietnamese-inspired version from Houston chef [Chris Shepherd](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/chris-shepherd-houston-cookout\/). The peanut pesto smearing the fish hits all the flavor notes: umami from the fish sauce, caramelly sweetness from the brown sugar, and brightness from the lime juice. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/whole-grilled-fish-with-vietnamese-peanut-pesto\/)\n\n## [Stir-Fried Choy Sum with Garlic Sauce](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/Recipes\/Asian-Greens-with-Garlic-Sauce\/)\n![Asian Greens with Garlic Sauce](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/18\/VP6A776UMYCW64VAF4VUNWUEAY.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Farideh Sadeghin*\n\nIt takes just five minutes to turn choy sum (or any other leafy green, like baby bok choy) into a garlicky, show-stealing side. Slightly bitter vegetables beautifully counterbalance any heartier dishes that might be on your banquet table. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/Recipes\/Asian-Greens-with-Garlic-Sauce\/)\n\n## [Nian Gao (Chinese Sticky Rice Cake)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/sticky-rice-almond-cake-nian-gao-recipe\/)\n![Nian Gao for Chinese New Year Recipes](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/02\/08\/JS2OQG7BWJ5MCSM2ZDGPWXHGLM-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Matt Taylor-Gross*\n\nSteamed sweet rice dough flavored with brown sugar and almond extract makes a luck-filled Chinese Lunar New Year treat (nian gao is a homophone for “higher every year”). A sprinkling of toasted sesame seeds and an optional smattering of red dates elevates the treat to show-stopper territory. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/sticky-rice-almond-cake-nian-gao-recipe\/)\n\n## [Chinese Salt-Baked Chicken with Congee and Pickled Mustard Greens](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/salt-baked-chicken-recipe\/)\n![Salt-Baked Chicken with Congee and Pickled Mustard Greens](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/18\/ELAXHL5MHJRAJFIOHZNHS4TR6M-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Jason Lang*\n\nA whole chicken represents prosperity, so make this oven-baked Hainan-style version that calls for coating a bird generously in salt—resulting in even cooking and extra-moist meat. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/salt-baked-chicken-recipe\/)\n\n## [Whole Steamed Fish with Tangerine Peel and Fennel](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/steamed-whole-fish-dried-tangerine-peel-fennel-recipe\/)\n![steamed whole fish](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/18\/U7KXFPU5RG7LRMIG3565AZLAFQ-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Katherine Whittaker*\n\nBright citrus and peppery fennel enliven flaky steamed fish in this elegant banquet-table centerpiece. Follow Chinese tradition and save some leftovers for the following day as a symbol of bringing surplus into the new year. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/steamed-whole-fish-dried-tangerine-peel-fennel-recipe\/)\n\n## [Japchae (Stir-Fried Glass Noodles)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/Recipes\/Chap-Chae\/)\n![Korean Noodles with Beef and Vegetables (Chap Chae)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/18\/WKVMC7YOQBJ6YR4AZ3RMKGHWXQ.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Penny De Los Santos*\n\nToss slippery sweet potato noodles with soy sauce, crunchy veg, and tender, juicy beef to make this crowd-pleasing Korean party dish. At any celebration of Seollal (as Lunar New Year is called in Korea), a heaping bowl is bound to be on the table. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/Recipes\/Chap-Chae\/)\n\n## [Lo Bak Go (Pan-Fried Turnip Cake)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/Recipes\/Luo-Go-Bao\/)\n![Daikon Cake with Garlic Hoisin Sauce (Luo Go Bao)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/18\/APBWVNERHPLGWYKCUBEHOK2VBI-e1643237726431-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Todd Coleman*\n\nRice flour and grated daikon studded with lap cheong sausages are a perennially popular dim-sum order, and they make a welcome addition to any holiday feast. Serve the crisp-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside snack with spicy hoisin sauce for a fiery kick. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/Recipes\/Luo-Go-Bao\/)\n\n![](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Babaofan-Cake-H2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Doaa Elkady • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Styling: Paige Hicks*\n\n![Babaofan](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Babaofan-Cake-H2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\nPHOTO: DOAA ELKADY • FOOD STYLING: JASON SCHREIBER • PROP STYLING: PAIGE HICKS\n\n[Recipes](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/category\/recipes\/)\n\n# Our Best Lunar New Year Recipes for an Auspicious Feast\nInvite good fortune to your table with rice cakes, spring rolls, longevity noodles, and more.\n\n- [Asian & Pacific Islander](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/category\/asian-recipes\/)\n- [Chinese](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/category\/chinese\/)\n- [Chinese American](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/category\/chinese-american\/)\n- [Food](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/category\/food\/)\n- [Holidays](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/category\/holidays\/)\n\nM\n\nBy [Megan Zhang](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/authors\/megan-zhang\/)\n***\nUpdated on January 16, 2025\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\nM\n\nBy [Megan Zhang](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/authors\/megan-zhang\/)\n***\nUpdated on January 16, 2025\n\nAround the world, the celebratory dishes atop Lunar New Year feast tables are as symbolic as they are sumptuous. Long noodles signify longevity, chewy rice balls stuffed with sugary paste represent sweetness, and whole fish foreshadows abundance in the year ahead. Though often called Chinese New Year for its connection to the Chinese lunisolar calendar, Lunar New Year is a lively, joy-filled celebration across much of Asia, including Korea, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia. This year, ring in the Year of the Horse with a spread of global dishes—from crackly chả giò and chewy tteokguk, to fluffy fa gao and flaky pineapple tarts—to usher in prosperity and good fortune in the year ahead.\n\n## [Cha Ye Dan (Tea Eggs)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/chinese-tea-eggs\/)\n[![Cha Ye Dan (Tea Eggs)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2014\/10\/Photo_-Murray-Hall-_-Food-Styling_-Thu-Buser_241209-murrayhall-saveur-07-cha-ye-dan-019-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/chinese-tea-eggs\/)\n\n![Cha Ye Dan (Tea Eggs)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2014\/10\/Photo_-Murray-Hall-_-Food-Styling_-Thu-Buser_241209-murrayhall-saveur-07-cha-ye-dan-019-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Thu Buser*\n\nWhile these tea-stained eggs are enjoyed as an everyday breakfast or snack in China and Taiwan, they also make an eye-catching and delectable addition to any Lunar New Year table. The fragrant marinade of soy sauce, star anise, and cinnamon infuses the yolks with a satisfying salty-sweet flavor and gives the whites an antique, marbled appearance. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/chinese-tea-eggs\/)\n\n## [Ba Bao Fan](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/ba-bao-fan-eight-treasure-rice-cake\/)\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\n[![Ba Bao Fan (Eight Treasure Rice Cake)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Photo_-Doaa-Elkady-_Food-Stylist-_Jason-Schreiber-_Prop-Stylist-Paige-Hicks_Babaofan-Cake-V2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/ba-bao-fan-eight-treasure-rice-cake\/)\n\n![Ba Bao Fan (Eight Treasure Rice Cake)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Photo_-Doaa-Elkady-_Food-Stylist-_Jason-Schreiber-_Prop-Stylist-Paige-Hicks_Babaofan-Cake-V2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Doaa Elkady • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Stylist: Paige Hicks*\n\nIt doesn’t get more festive than this showstopping ba bao fan, which translates to “eight treasures rice.” New York City pastry chef Natasha Pickowicz reimagines her mom’s recipe for the auspicious Chinese dessert, cooking the traditional glutinous sweet rice with dried hibiscus flowers (which tint the cake the loveliest shade of pale pink!), enriching the red bean filling with butter and five-spice powder, and lacquering the artful arrangement of dried fruits on top with a glistening syrup. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/ba-bao-fan-eight-treasure-rice-cake\/)\n\n## [Chao Niangao (Stir-Fried Rice Cakes)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/shanghai-stir-fry-rice-cake-recipe\/)\n![Shanghai Stir Fried Rice cakes](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2013\/12\/11-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-SHANGHAI-STIR-FRIED-RICECAKES-010-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n![Shanghai Stir Fried Rice cakes](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2013\/12\/11-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-SHANGHAI-STIR-FRIED-RICECAKES-010-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Jessie YuChen*\n\nIn many cultures, rice cakes are symbolic of a prosperous new year, so all shapes and sizes show up at holiday gatherings. This enticing stir-fried version—a spin on a Shanghai classic—amps up the flavor with a dollop of doubanjiang, the Chinese fermented soybean paste. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/shanghai-stir-fry-rice-cake-recipe\/)\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\n*[Order the SAVEUR Selects Nitri-Black Carbon Steel 14-Inch Wok here](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0BKPH8G18?tag=actonxsaveur-20&asc_source=browser&asc_refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.saveur.com%2Ffood%2Flunar-new-year-recipes%2F&ascsubtag=0000SV0000056731O1024001220260413021302).*\n\n## [Chả Giò (Fried Spring Rolls)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/Recipes\/Vietnamese-Spring-Rolls\/)\n![Vietnamese Spring rolls](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2007\/03\/04-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-VIETNAMESE-SPRINGROLLS-023-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n![Vietnamese Spring rolls](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2007\/03\/04-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-VIETNAMESE-SPRINGROLLS-023-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Kat Craddock*\n\nAt just about any festive occasion in [Vietnam](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/essential-vietnamese-recipes\/), you can bet fried spring rolls will make an appearance on the feast table. Known regionally as chả giò or nem rán, the snack is best dipped into [nước chấm](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/classic-vietnamese-dipping-sauce\/), the sweet-sour Vietnamese condiment. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/vietnamese-spring-rolls\/)\n\n## [Yu Sheng (Prosperity Toss Salad)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/prosperity-toss-salad\/)\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\n![](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2023\/07\/00-LEAD-Prosperity-Toss-by-Kimberly-Park-saveur.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n![](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2023\/07\/00-LEAD-Prosperity-Toss-by-Kimberly-Park-saveur.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Kimberly Park*\n\nBreak out those chopsticks for a generous platter of yu sheng, or yee sang, aka prosperity toss salad. Make the recipe chef Alex Au-Yeung serves at [Phat Eatery](https:\/\/www.phateatery.com\/) in [Katy, Texas](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/culture\/houston-lunar-new-year\/), then gather friends and family around the table to mix the Malaysian and Singaporean staple together. The higher it’s tossed, the more blessings the new year will bring. (See Au-Yeung make the dish [here](https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=u27GcQE0Dqc).) [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/prosperity-toss-salad\/)\n\n## [Tteokguk (Korean Rice Cake Soup)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/tteokguk-rice-cake-soup-recipe\/)\n![Tteokguk (Rice Cake Soup)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/P6754-0113_tteokguk_4x5_final-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n![Tteokguk (Rice Cake Soup)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/P6754-0113_tteokguk_4x5_final-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Jinju Kang (Courtesy Phaidon)* *Jinju Kang*\n\nCook thin oval-shaped tteok, or rice cakes, in a savory anchovy broth to make what Junghyun Park and Jungyoon Choi call “one of the most significant dishes in Korean tradition.” Eaten on the first day of the new year as a tribute to ancestors, the soothing soup showcases tteok at their toothsome best. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/tteokguk-rice-cake-soup-recipe\/)\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n## [Fried Sesame Balls with Sweet Red Bean Filling](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/fried-sesame-balls-recipe\/)\n![Sesame Balls Recipe Lunar New Year](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2022\/02\/01\/sesame-balls-recipe-lunar-new-year-cho-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n![Sesame Balls Recipe Lunar New Year](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2022\/02\/01\/sesame-balls-recipe-lunar-new-year-cho-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Mariana Velasquez • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard*\n\nCrispy sweet rice balls filled with red bean paste and rolled in sesame seeds are a mainstay at Chinese bakeries and dim-sum restaurants, but they’re particularly auspicious as a Lunar New Year treat—round foods symbolize not only the moon, but also family togetherness. Cookbook author [Kristina Cho](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/food\/kristina-cho-mooncakes-and-milk-bread\/)’s recipe delivers a satisfying bite that’s crisp and crackly on the outside, and tender and chewy on the inside. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/fried-sesame-balls-recipe\/)\n\n## [Lumpia (Fried Spring Rolls)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/filipino-spring-rolls-lumpia-recipe\/)\n![Lumpia Recipe Filipino Spring Rolls](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2016\/07\/31\/Lumpia-recipe-filipino-spring-rolls-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n![Lumpia Recipe Filipino Spring Rolls](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2016\/07\/31\/Lumpia-recipe-filipino-spring-rolls-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Mariana Velasquez*\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\nCrispy fried wrappers envelop a delectable pork filling in these Filipino spring rolls, a party favorite in the Philippines and among the diaspora. Chef [Dale Talde](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/dale-talde-filipino-chicago\/) serves his version with sawsawan, a vinegar-and-soy-sauce mixture laced with raw garlic and fiery chiles. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/filipino-spring-rolls-lumpia-recipe\/)\n\n## [Yuanxiao (Sweet Rice Balls with Nut and Sesame Seed Filling)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/Recipes\/Yuanxiao-Dumplings\/)\n![Yuanxiao](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2011\/01\/07-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-YUANXIAO-010-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n![Yuanxiao](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2011\/01\/07-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-YUANXIAO-010-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Jessie YuChen*\n\nChewy dough encases a rich, earthy paste made from nuts and sesame seeds in this Chinese snack symbolizing family reunion. Families boil them to celebrate Yuanxiao Jie, also known as the Lantern Festival, which falls on the 15th day of the lunar month and marks the end of the two-week new-year festivities. Make this version from [Buwei Yang Chao’s 1945 cookbook](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/0394717031?tag=actonxsaveur-20&asc_source=browser&asc_refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.saveur.com%2Ffood%2Flunar-new-year-recipes%2F&ascsubtag=0000SV0000056731O1024001220260413021302) to enjoy while admiring the full moon. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/yuanxiao-dumplings\/)\n\n## [Fa Gao (Steamed Cupcakes)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/fa-gao-recipe\/)\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\n![Steamed Cupcake Recipe Fa Gao](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2022\/02\/01\/Steamed-cupcake-recipe-lunar-new-year-cho-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Mariana Velasquez • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard*\n\nSometimes called prosperity cake, fa gao is a beloved Chinese Lunar New Year treat that’s extra pretty to boot. When steamed, the tops of the cakes blossom into a flower-like pattern. In this recipe from Kristina Cho, the cookbook author lets us in on her grandmother’s clever shortcut: Bisquick, which ensures perfectly split tops and a satisfyingly soft, fluffy texture. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/fa-gao-recipe\/)\n\n## [Pork and Chive Dumplings](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/chinese-pork-chive-dumpling-recipe\/)\n![boiled pork and chive dumplings](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/02\/08\/DFLHM5BEINUB2NJNNKH2VP2EEI-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Heami Lee*\n\nWrap, pleat, and boil a pot of dumplings—a symbol of wealth and prosperousness in China because of their resemblance to gold ingots—to invite good fortune in the year ahead. Pork and chives make a classic savory pairing, so fold a little extra to freeze and enjoy in the new year whenever a craving strikes. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/chinese-pork-chive-dumpling-recipe\/)\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n## [Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/Recipes\/Hong-Shao-Niu-Rou-Mian-Taiwanese-Beef-Noodle-Soup\/)\n![Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup (Hong Shao Niu Rou Mian](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/03\/HMH4STHMBCAYWE5GZ6NBXFC3E4-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Jenny Huang • Food Styling: Tyna Hoang*\n\nInvite good health and longevity with steaming bowls of red-braised beef noodle soup enriched with soy sauce, ginger, and scallions. This recipe from a Taipei noodle shop calls for simmering the protein for a few hours, yielding fall-apart-tender meat. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/Recipes\/Hong-Shao-Niu-Rou-Mian-Taiwanese-Beef-Noodle-Soup\/)\n\n## [Fish Sauce-Pickled Radishes](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/fish-sauce-pickled-radish-recipe\/)\n![Fish Sauce-Pickled Radishes](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2022\/01\/29\/pickled-radishes-saveur-vietnamese-lunar-new-year-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard*\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\nFor special occasions like the new year, Vietnamese families often pickle radishes in nước chấm rather than the usual brine. The flavorful liquid imparts a depth of flavor that cuts through the richness of opulent celebratory dishes. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/fish-sauce-pickled-radish-recipe\/)\n\n## [Pineapple Tarts](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/story\/recipes\/lunar-new-year-pineapple-tart-cookie\/)\n![Pineapple Tarts](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2021\/02\/pineapple_tarts_4x5.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Yi Jun Loh*\n\nFood blogger [Yi Jun Loh](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/authors\/yi-jun-loh\/)’s pineapple tart recipe transforms the tropical fruit into a spiced, marmalade-esque filling, then encases the jammy mixture in rich, buttery pastry. The two-bite delights—popular in Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia when the Lunar New Year rolls around—are perfect for hosting, gifting, and snacking. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/story\/recipes\/lunar-new-year-pineapple-tart-cookie\/)\n\n## [Thit Kho (Vietnamese Braised Pork Belly with Eggs)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/braised-caramelized-vietnamese-coco-pork-belly-thit-kho-recipe\/)\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\n![thit kho ](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/18\/WVMOOAWVQ5HGIZC2DO2YT6D7QQ-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Allie Wist*\n\nThis hearty dish of caramelized, melt-in-your-mouth pork belly gets its irresistible savoriness from fish sauce and Coco Rico, a mild, coconut-flavored soda from Puerto Rico that’s common in Vietnamese cooking. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/braised-caramelized-vietnamese-coco-pork-belly-thit-kho-recipe\/)\n\n## [Chinese Lion’s Head Meatballs](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/chinese-lions-head-meatballs-recipe\/)\n![Lion Head Meatballs](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/09\/saveur-peter-som-lion-head-meatballs.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Peter Som*\n\nNamed for their impressive size, these juicy Chinese meatballs make a show-stopping addition to any festive feast. The trick to achieving their signature tender, bouncy texture? Stirring the pork mixture for at least five minutes, to thoroughly distribute fat and flavor. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/chinese-lions-head-meatballs-recipe\/)\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n## [Spicy Beef Potstickers](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/spicy-beef-dumpling-recipe\/)\n![pan-fried spicy beef dumplings](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2017\/01\/110416_SAV-Dmplngs_Pancake-201_2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Heami Lee*\n\nEnhance ground beef with chili oil for a spicy take on a Lunar New Year classic. These pan-fried dumplings are a beaut: a flour-vinegar slurry added near the end of the frying process creates a beautifully crispy “skirt” that holds the potstickers together. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/spicy-beef-dumpling-recipe\/)\n\n## [Tian Tian Chao Mian (Chinese Everyday Fried Noodles)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/everyday-fried-noodles-recipe\/)\n![Everyday Stir Fried Noodles Recipe](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2011\/02\/17\/Everyday-stir-fried-noodles-recipe-belle-morizio.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Belle Morizio • Food Styling: Victoria Granof • Prop Styling: Dayna Seman*\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\nThis stir-fried recipe calls for layering ingredients like dark soy sauce and sugar to concoct a concentrated, salty-sweet sauce that clings beautifully to noodles. Fresh mix-ins like cucumber and carrot add cheery color and satisfying crunch. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/everyday-fried-noodles-recipe\/)\n\n## [Hong Shao Rou (Chinese Red-Braised Pork Belly with Eggs)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/chinese-red-braised-pork-belly-recipe\/)\n![Pork Belly](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/01\/28\/TWTJ6FYXVA4IXD7L6TGYHJWSFA-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Yuki Sugiura*\n\nRed-braised pork belly is homestyle Chinese comfort food, with two types of soy sauce and a touch of sugar giving the beloved dish its signature glossiness and deep red-brown hue. In this version from cookbook author [Fuchsia Dunlop](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/authors\/fuchsia-dunlop\/), boiled eggs make the ideal vehicle for soaking up the savory sauce. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/chinese-red-braised-pork-belly-recipe\/)\n\n## [Beef Rendang](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/beef-rendang\/)\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\n![Indonesia-Beef-Rendeng](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2014\/07\/13\/Beef-Rendeng-James-Oseland-768x1024.jpeg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Maura McEvoy*\n\nA stick-to-your-ribs Indonesian staple, this succulent number calls for slowly simmering beef in a rich coconutty sauce seasoned with aromatic lemongrass and makrut lime leaves. Serve it alongside steamed white rice to absorb the velvety gravy. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/beef-rendang\/)\n\n## [Bò Kho (Vietnamese-Style Beef Stew with Lemongrass, Ginger, and Garlic)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/bo-kho-recipe\/)\n![Bo Kho Recipe Vietnamese Beef Stew](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2022\/01\/26\/bo-kho-recipe-saveur-kate-berry-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard*\n\nTender short ribs and collagen-rich oxtail form the bedrock of this beefy, herbaceous Vietnamese stew. Fistfuls of cilantro and Thai basil enhance the dish with grassy aroma and brightness, while red onions and scallions add a peppery punch. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/bo-kho-recipe\/)\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n## [Galbi Jjim (Braised Short Ribs](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/galbi-jjim-recipe\/))\n![Korean Thanksgiving Galbi Jjim Recipe](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2021\/11\/10\/Braised-short-ribs-korean-thanksgiving-saveur-paola-murray-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Paola + Murray • Food Styling: Simon Andrews • Prop Styling: Sophie Strangio*\n\nSohui Kim, chef of Brooklyn restaurant [Gage & Tollner](https:\/\/www.gageandtollner.com\/), weaves a thread of French technique into her Korean galbi jjim recipe: she incorporates both red wine and soy sauce into the braise for extra depth of flavor and East-meets-West oomph. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/galbi-jjim-recipe\/)\n\n## [Sliced Pork Belly with Garlic Sauce](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/sliced-pork-in-garlic-sauce\/)\n![Taiwanese Garlic Sliced Pork](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Garlic-Sliced-Pork_4x5-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Yen Wei and Ryan Chen (Courtesy Simon Element)*\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\nDress tender poached pork belly with garlic, chili oil, and Taiwanese soy paste for a delicately salty-sweet dish straight from the island’s vibrant beer halls. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/sliced-pork-in-garlic-sauce\/)\n\n## [Braised Winter Squash with Fermented Black Beans](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/braised-winter-squash-fermented-black-beans\/)\n![Braised Winter Squash Recipe](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/10\/00-LEAD-braised-winter-squash_2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Hannah Che (Courtesy Clarkson Potter)* *Reprinted with permission from The Vegan Chinese Kitchen by Hannah Che copyright © 2022. Photographs by Hannah Che. Published by Clarkson Potter, a division of Penguin Random House, LLC.*\n\nAny feast full of rich fare needs some lighter options in the lineup for balance—like this flavorful, winter-friendly option from cookbook author [Hannah Che](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/culture\/hannah-che-vegan-chinese-kitchen-q-and-a\/). Her recipe utilizes the Chinese smother-braising technique—similar to red-braising—to soften squash to a luxuriously buttery texture. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/braised-winter-squash-fermented-black-beans\/)\n\n## [Whole Grilled Fish with Vietnamese Peanut Pesto](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/whole-grilled-fish-with-vietnamese-peanut-pesto\/)\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\n![Whole Grilled Fish with Vietnamese Peanut Pesto](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/04\/SD6GNMTK2VBNLA7AQRV3SH5GMU-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Matt Taylor-Gross*\n\nFor a whole-fish presentation with rich, nutty flavor and smoky flair, try this grilled, Vietnamese-inspired version from Houston chef [Chris Shepherd](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/chris-shepherd-houston-cookout\/). The peanut pesto smearing the fish hits all the flavor notes: umami from the fish sauce, caramelly sweetness from the brown sugar, and brightness from the lime juice. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/whole-grilled-fish-with-vietnamese-peanut-pesto\/)\n\n## [Stir-Fried Choy Sum with Garlic Sauce](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/Recipes\/Asian-Greens-with-Garlic-Sauce\/)\n![Asian Greens with Garlic Sauce](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/18\/VP6A776UMYCW64VAF4VUNWUEAY.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Farideh Sadeghin*\n\nIt takes just five minutes to turn choy sum (or any other leafy green, like baby bok choy) into a garlicky, show-stealing side. Slightly bitter vegetables beautifully counterbalance any heartier dishes that might be on your banquet table. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/Recipes\/Asian-Greens-with-Garlic-Sauce\/)\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n## [Nian Gao (Chinese Sticky Rice Cake)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/sticky-rice-almond-cake-nian-gao-recipe\/)\n![Nian Gao for Chinese New Year Recipes](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/02\/08\/JS2OQG7BWJ5MCSM2ZDGPWXHGLM-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Matt Taylor-Gross*\n\nSteamed sweet rice dough flavored with brown sugar and almond extract makes a luck-filled Chinese Lunar New Year treat (nian gao is a homophone for “higher every year”). A sprinkling of toasted sesame seeds and an optional smattering of red dates elevates the treat to show-stopper territory. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/sticky-rice-almond-cake-nian-gao-recipe\/)\n\n## [Chinese Salt-Baked Chicken with Congee and Pickled Mustard Greens](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/salt-baked-chicken-recipe\/)\n![Salt-Baked Chicken with Congee and Pickled Mustard Greens](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/18\/ELAXHL5MHJRAJFIOHZNHS4TR6M-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Jason Lang*\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\nA whole chicken represents prosperity, so make this oven-baked Hainan-style version that calls for coating a bird generously in salt—resulting in even cooking and extra-moist meat. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/salt-baked-chicken-recipe\/)\n\n## [Whole Steamed Fish with Tangerine Peel and Fennel](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/steamed-whole-fish-dried-tangerine-peel-fennel-recipe\/)\n![steamed whole fish](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/18\/U7KXFPU5RG7LRMIG3565AZLAFQ-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Katherine Whittaker*\n\nBright citrus and peppery fennel enliven flaky steamed fish in this elegant banquet-table centerpiece. Follow Chinese tradition and save some leftovers for the following day as a symbol of bringing surplus into the new year. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/steamed-whole-fish-dried-tangerine-peel-fennel-recipe\/)\n\n## [Japchae (Stir-Fried Glass Noodles)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/Recipes\/Chap-Chae\/)\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\n![Korean Noodles with Beef and Vegetables (Chap Chae)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/18\/WKVMC7YOQBJ6YR4AZ3RMKGHWXQ.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Penny De Los Santos*\n\nToss slippery sweet potato noodles with soy sauce, crunchy veg, and tender, juicy beef to make this crowd-pleasing Korean party dish. At any celebration of Seollal (as Lunar New Year is called in Korea), a heaping bowl is bound to be on the table. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/Recipes\/Chap-Chae\/)\n\n## [Lo Bak Go (Pan-Fried Turnip Cake)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/Recipes\/Luo-Go-Bao\/)\n![Daikon Cake with Garlic Hoisin Sauce (Luo Go Bao)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/18\/APBWVNERHPLGWYKCUBEHOK2VBI-e1643237726431-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Todd Coleman*\n\nRice flour and grated daikon studded with lap cheong sausages are a perennially popular dim-sum order, and they make a welcome addition to any holiday feast. Serve the crisp-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside snack with spicy hoisin sauce for a fiery kick. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/Recipes\/Luo-Go-Bao\/)\n\n## Keep Reading\n***\n\n[![Rice Cakes Guide](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/00-LEAD-08-230811-SAVEUR-MHALL-HERO-019-scaled.jpg?crop=4%3A5&format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/culture\/tteok-korean-rice-cakes-guide\/ \"A Brief Guide to the Wide, Wonderful World of Korean Rice Cakes\")\n\n### [A Brief Guide to the Wide, Wonderful World of Korean Rice Cakes](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/culture\/tteok-korean-rice-cakes-guide\/ \"A Brief Guide to the Wide, Wonderful World of Korean Rice Cakes\")\nBy [Jia H. Jung](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/authors\/jia-h-jung\/)\n\n[![Houston Lunar New Year](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2023\/01\/20\/00_LEAD-LNY-HOUSTON-SAV-scaled.jpg?crop=4%3A5&format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/culture\/houston-lunar-new-year\/ \"Welcome to Houston, Where Lunar New Year Is for Everyone\")\n\n### [Welcome to Houston, Where Lunar New Year Is for Everyone](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/culture\/houston-lunar-new-year\/ \"Welcome to Houston, Where Lunar New Year Is for Everyone\")\nBy [Megan Zhang](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/authors\/megan-zhang\/)\n\n[![Pineapple Tarts](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2021\/02\/11\/AD33SXOULVG7VGPPMOB6IMZ4LY.jpg?crop=4%3A5&format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/story\/food\/pineapple-tarts-for-a-prosperous-lunar-new-year\/ \"It’s Not Lunar New Year in Malaysia Without Pineapple Tarts\")\n\n### [It’s Not Lunar New Year in Malaysia Without Pineapple Tarts](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/story\/food\/pineapple-tarts-for-a-prosperous-lunar-new-year\/ \"It’s Not Lunar New Year in Malaysia Without Pineapple Tarts\")\nBy [Yi Jun Loh](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/authors\/yi-jun-loh\/)\n\n[![Red Sorghum Cocktail](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Red-Sorghum-Cocktail-.jpg?crop=4%3A5&format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/drink\/best-baijiu-cocktail-recipes\/ \"9 Baijiu Cocktail Recipes You’ll Want to Make on Repeat\")\n\n### [9 Baijiu Cocktail Recipes You’ll Want to Make on Repeat](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/drink\/best-baijiu-cocktail-recipes\/ \"9 Baijiu Cocktail Recipes You’ll Want to Make on Repeat\")\nBy [Megan Zhang](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/authors\/megan-zhang\/)\n\n[![Strawberry Rhubarb Achar](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2026\/04\/photo-murray-hall_food-styling-anikah-shaokat_251107-murrayhall-saveur-anikah-shaokat-079closecrop4x5.jpg?crop=4%3A5&format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/strawberry-rhubarb-achar\/ \"Strawberry Rhubarb Achar\")\n\n### [Strawberry Rhubarb Achar](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/strawberry-rhubarb-achar\/ \"Strawberry Rhubarb Achar\")\nBy [Anikah Shaokat](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/authors\/anikah-shaokat\/)\n\n[![Murgir Jhol (Bengali Chicken Stew)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2026\/04\/photo-murray-hall_food-styling-anikah-shaokat_251107-murrayhall-saveur-anikah-shaokat-040-scaled.jpg?crop=4%3A5&format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/murgir-jhol-bengali-chicken-stew\/ \"Murgir Jhol (Bengali Chicken Stew)\")\n\n### [Murgir Jhol (Bengali Chicken Stew)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/murgir-jhol-bengali-chicken-stew\/ \"Murgir Jhol (Bengali Chicken Stew)\")\nBy [Anikah Shaokat](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/authors\/anikah-shaokat\/)\n\n[![Bitter Melon and Potato Stir-Fry](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2026\/04\/photo-murray-hall_food-styling-anikah-shaokat_251107-murrayhall-saveur-anikah-shaokat-149-scaled.jpg?crop=4%3A5&format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/bitter-melon-potato-stir-fry\/ \"Bitter Melon and Potato Stir-Fry\")\n\n### [Bitter Melon and Potato Stir-Fry](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/bitter-melon-potato-stir-fry\/ \"Bitter Melon and Potato Stir-Fry\")\nBy [Anikah Shaokat](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/authors\/anikah-shaokat\/)\n\n[![Collard Shrimp Paturi](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2026\/04\/photo-murray-hall_food-styling-anikah-shaokat_251107-murrayhall-saveur-anikah-shaokat-098-scaled.jpg?crop=4%3A5&format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/collard-shrimp-paturi\/ \"Collard Shrimp Paturi\")\n\n### [Collard Shrimp Paturi](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/collard-shrimp-paturi\/ \"Collard Shrimp Paturi\")\nBy [Anikah Shaokat](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/authors\/anikah-shaokat\/)\n\n[![Mishti Doi (Bengali Sweet Yogurt)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2026\/04\/photo-murray-hall_food-styling-anikah-shaokat_251107-murrayhall-saveur-anikah-shaokat-125.jpg?crop=4%3A5&format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/mishti-doi-bengali-sweet-yogurt\/ \"Mishti Doi (Bengali Sweet Yogurt)\")\n\n### [Mishti Doi (Bengali Sweet Yogurt)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/mishti-doi-bengali-sweet-yogurt\/ \"Mishti Doi (Bengali Sweet Yogurt)\")\nBy [Anikah Shaokat](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/authors\/anikah-shaokat\/)\n\n[![Recipes](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2026\/04\/rice-arepas-smoked-trout_4x5-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)See All](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/category\/recipes\/)\n\nContinue to Next Story\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\n## Want more SAVEUR?\nGet our favorite recipes, stories, and more delivered to your inbox.\n\n[Subscribe](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/newsletter\/)\n\n![](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/saveur-newsletter-signup-bg.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n- [Home](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/)\n- [Meet the Team](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/meet-the-team\/)\n- [Newsletter Sign-Up](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/newsletter\/)\n- [Contact](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/contact\/)\n- [Privacy Policy](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/privacy-policy\/)\n- [Terms & Conditions](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/terms\/)\n- [Accessibility Statement](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/website-accessibility-statement\/)\n- [Print Subscription](https:\/\/shop.saveur.com\/)\n- [Sitemap](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/sitemap\/)\n- [Digital Editions](https:\/\/saveur.zinioapps.com\/shop)\n\nDisclaimers\n\nArticles may contain affiliate links, which enable us to share in the revenue of any purchases made. Registration on or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Use.\n\nDo Not Sell My Personal Information\n\n© 2026 Another Little Whisk LLC. All rights reserved.","attrs_readable_markdown":"Around the world, the celebratory dishes atop Lunar New Year feast tables are as symbolic as they are sumptuous. Long noodles signify longevity, chewy rice balls stuffed with sugary paste represent sweetness, and whole fish foreshadows abundance in the year ahead. Though often called Chinese New Year for its connection to the Chinese lunisolar calendar, Lunar New Year is a lively, joy-filled celebration across much of Asia, including Korea, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia. This year, ring in the Year of the Horse with a spread of global dishes—from crackly chả giò and chewy tteokguk, to fluffy fa gao and flaky pineapple tarts—to usher in prosperity and good fortune in the year ahead.\n\n[![Cha Ye Dan (Tea Eggs)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2014\/10\/Photo_-Murray-Hall-_-Food-Styling_-Thu-Buser_241209-murrayhall-saveur-07-cha-ye-dan-019-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/chinese-tea-eggs\/)\n\n![Cha Ye Dan (Tea Eggs)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2014\/10\/Photo_-Murray-Hall-_-Food-Styling_-Thu-Buser_241209-murrayhall-saveur-07-cha-ye-dan-019-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Thu Buser*\n\nWhile these tea-stained eggs are enjoyed as an everyday breakfast or snack in China and Taiwan, they also make an eye-catching and delectable addition to any Lunar New Year table. The fragrant marinade of soy sauce, star anise, and cinnamon infuses the yolks with a satisfying salty-sweet flavor and gives the whites an antique, marbled appearance. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/chinese-tea-eggs\/)\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\n[![Ba Bao Fan (Eight Treasure Rice Cake)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Photo_-Doaa-Elkady-_Food-Stylist-_Jason-Schreiber-_Prop-Stylist-Paige-Hicks_Babaofan-Cake-V2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/ba-bao-fan-eight-treasure-rice-cake\/)\n\n![Ba Bao Fan (Eight Treasure Rice Cake)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Photo_-Doaa-Elkady-_Food-Stylist-_Jason-Schreiber-_Prop-Stylist-Paige-Hicks_Babaofan-Cake-V2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Doaa Elkady • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Stylist: Paige Hicks*\n\nIt doesn’t get more festive than this showstopping ba bao fan, which translates to “eight treasures rice.” New York City pastry chef Natasha Pickowicz reimagines her mom’s recipe for the auspicious Chinese dessert, cooking the traditional glutinous sweet rice with dried hibiscus flowers (which tint the cake the loveliest shade of pale pink!), enriching the red bean filling with butter and five-spice powder, and lacquering the artful arrangement of dried fruits on top with a glistening syrup. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/ba-bao-fan-eight-treasure-rice-cake\/)\n\n![Shanghai Stir Fried Rice cakes](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2013\/12\/11-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-SHANGHAI-STIR-FRIED-RICECAKES-010-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n![Shanghai Stir Fried Rice cakes](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2013\/12\/11-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-SHANGHAI-STIR-FRIED-RICECAKES-010-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Jessie YuChen*\n\nIn many cultures, rice cakes are symbolic of a prosperous new year, so all shapes and sizes show up at holiday gatherings. This enticing stir-fried version—a spin on a Shanghai classic—amps up the flavor with a dollop of doubanjiang, the Chinese fermented soybean paste. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/shanghai-stir-fry-rice-cake-recipe\/)\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\n![Vietnamese Spring rolls](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2007\/03\/04-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-VIETNAMESE-SPRINGROLLS-023-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n![Vietnamese Spring rolls](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2007\/03\/04-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-VIETNAMESE-SPRINGROLLS-023-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Kat Craddock*\n\nAt just about any festive occasion in [Vietnam](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/essential-vietnamese-recipes\/), you can bet fried spring rolls will make an appearance on the feast table. Known regionally as chả giò or nem rán, the snack is best dipped into [nước chấm](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/classic-vietnamese-dipping-sauce\/), the sweet-sour Vietnamese condiment. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/vietnamese-spring-rolls\/)\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\n![](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2023\/07\/00-LEAD-Prosperity-Toss-by-Kimberly-Park-saveur.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n![](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2023\/07\/00-LEAD-Prosperity-Toss-by-Kimberly-Park-saveur.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Kimberly Park*\n\nBreak out those chopsticks for a generous platter of yu sheng, or yee sang, aka prosperity toss salad. Make the recipe chef Alex Au-Yeung serves at [Phat Eatery](https:\/\/www.phateatery.com\/) in [Katy, Texas](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/culture\/houston-lunar-new-year\/), then gather friends and family around the table to mix the Malaysian and Singaporean staple together. The higher it’s tossed, the more blessings the new year will bring. (See Au-Yeung make the dish [here](https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=u27GcQE0Dqc).) [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/prosperity-toss-salad\/)\n\n![Tteokguk (Rice Cake Soup)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/P6754-0113_tteokguk_4x5_final-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n![Tteokguk (Rice Cake Soup)](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/P6754-0113_tteokguk_4x5_final-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Jinju Kang (Courtesy Phaidon)* *Jinju Kang*\n\nCook thin oval-shaped tteok, or rice cakes, in a savory anchovy broth to make what Junghyun Park and Jungyoon Choi call “one of the most significant dishes in Korean tradition.” Eaten on the first day of the new year as a tribute to ancestors, the soothing soup showcases tteok at their toothsome best. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/tteokguk-rice-cake-soup-recipe\/)\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\n![Sesame Balls Recipe Lunar New Year](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2022\/02\/01\/sesame-balls-recipe-lunar-new-year-cho-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n![Sesame Balls Recipe Lunar New Year](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2022\/02\/01\/sesame-balls-recipe-lunar-new-year-cho-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Mariana Velasquez • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard*\n\nCrispy sweet rice balls filled with red bean paste and rolled in sesame seeds are a mainstay at Chinese bakeries and dim-sum restaurants, but they’re particularly auspicious as a Lunar New Year treat—round foods symbolize not only the moon, but also family togetherness. Cookbook author [Kristina Cho](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/food\/kristina-cho-mooncakes-and-milk-bread\/)’s recipe delivers a satisfying bite that’s crisp and crackly on the outside, and tender and chewy on the inside. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/fried-sesame-balls-recipe\/)\n\n![Lumpia Recipe Filipino Spring Rolls](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2016\/07\/31\/Lumpia-recipe-filipino-spring-rolls-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n![Lumpia Recipe Filipino Spring Rolls](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2016\/07\/31\/Lumpia-recipe-filipino-spring-rolls-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Mariana Velasquez*\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\nCrispy fried wrappers envelop a delectable pork filling in these Filipino spring rolls, a party favorite in the Philippines and among the diaspora. Chef [Dale Talde](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/dale-talde-filipino-chicago\/) serves his version with sawsawan, a vinegar-and-soy-sauce mixture laced with raw garlic and fiery chiles. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/filipino-spring-rolls-lumpia-recipe\/)\n\n![Yuanxiao](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2011\/01\/07-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-YUANXIAO-010-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n![Yuanxiao](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2011\/01\/07-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-YUANXIAO-010-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Jessie YuChen*\n\nChewy dough encases a rich, earthy paste made from nuts and sesame seeds in this Chinese snack symbolizing family reunion. Families boil them to celebrate Yuanxiao Jie, also known as the Lantern Festival, which falls on the 15th day of the lunar month and marks the end of the two-week new-year festivities. Make this version from [Buwei Yang Chao’s 1945 cookbook](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/0394717031?tag=actonxsaveur-20&asc_source=browser&asc_refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.saveur.com%2Ffood%2Flunar-new-year-recipes%2F&ascsubtag=0000SV0000056731O1024001220260413021302) to enjoy while admiring the full moon. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/yuanxiao-dumplings\/)\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\n![Steamed Cupcake Recipe Fa Gao](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2022\/02\/01\/Steamed-cupcake-recipe-lunar-new-year-cho-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Mariana Velasquez • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard*\n\nSometimes called prosperity cake, fa gao is a beloved Chinese Lunar New Year treat that’s extra pretty to boot. When steamed, the tops of the cakes blossom into a flower-like pattern. In this recipe from Kristina Cho, the cookbook author lets us in on her grandmother’s clever shortcut: Bisquick, which ensures perfectly split tops and a satisfyingly soft, fluffy texture. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/fa-gao-recipe\/)\n\n![boiled pork and chive dumplings](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/02\/08\/DFLHM5BEINUB2NJNNKH2VP2EEI-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Heami Lee*\n\nWrap, pleat, and boil a pot of dumplings—a symbol of wealth and prosperousness in China because of their resemblance to gold ingots—to invite good fortune in the year ahead. Pork and chives make a classic savory pairing, so fold a little extra to freeze and enjoy in the new year whenever a craving strikes. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/chinese-pork-chive-dumpling-recipe\/)\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\n![Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup (Hong Shao Niu Rou Mian](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/03\/HMH4STHMBCAYWE5GZ6NBXFC3E4-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Jenny Huang • Food Styling: Tyna Hoang*\n\nInvite good health and longevity with steaming bowls of red-braised beef noodle soup enriched with soy sauce, ginger, and scallions. This recipe from a Taipei noodle shop calls for simmering the protein for a few hours, yielding fall-apart-tender meat. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/Recipes\/Hong-Shao-Niu-Rou-Mian-Taiwanese-Beef-Noodle-Soup\/)\n\n![Fish Sauce-Pickled Radishes](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2022\/01\/29\/pickled-radishes-saveur-vietnamese-lunar-new-year-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard*\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\nFor special occasions like the new year, Vietnamese families often pickle radishes in nước chấm rather than the usual brine. The flavorful liquid imparts a depth of flavor that cuts through the richness of opulent celebratory dishes. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/fish-sauce-pickled-radish-recipe\/)\n\n![Pineapple Tarts](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2021\/02\/pineapple_tarts_4x5.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Yi Jun Loh*\n\nFood blogger [Yi Jun Loh](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/authors\/yi-jun-loh\/)’s pineapple tart recipe transforms the tropical fruit into a spiced, marmalade-esque filling, then encases the jammy mixture in rich, buttery pastry. The two-bite delights—popular in Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia when the Lunar New Year rolls around—are perfect for hosting, gifting, and snacking. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/story\/recipes\/lunar-new-year-pineapple-tart-cookie\/)\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\n![thit kho ](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/18\/WVMOOAWVQ5HGIZC2DO2YT6D7QQ-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Allie Wist*\n\nThis hearty dish of caramelized, melt-in-your-mouth pork belly gets its irresistible savoriness from fish sauce and Coco Rico, a mild, coconut-flavored soda from Puerto Rico that’s common in Vietnamese cooking. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/braised-caramelized-vietnamese-coco-pork-belly-thit-kho-recipe\/)\n\n![Lion Head Meatballs](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/09\/saveur-peter-som-lion-head-meatballs.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Peter Som*\n\nNamed for their impressive size, these juicy Chinese meatballs make a show-stopping addition to any festive feast. The trick to achieving their signature tender, bouncy texture? Stirring the pork mixture for at least five minutes, to thoroughly distribute fat and flavor. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/chinese-lions-head-meatballs-recipe\/)\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\n![pan-fried spicy beef dumplings](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2017\/01\/110416_SAV-Dmplngs_Pancake-201_2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Heami Lee*\n\nEnhance ground beef with chili oil for a spicy take on a Lunar New Year classic. These pan-fried dumplings are a beaut: a flour-vinegar slurry added near the end of the frying process creates a beautifully crispy “skirt” that holds the potstickers together. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/spicy-beef-dumpling-recipe\/)\n\n![Everyday Stir Fried Noodles Recipe](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2011\/02\/17\/Everyday-stir-fried-noodles-recipe-belle-morizio.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Belle Morizio • Food Styling: Victoria Granof • Prop Styling: Dayna Seman*\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\nThis stir-fried recipe calls for layering ingredients like dark soy sauce and sugar to concoct a concentrated, salty-sweet sauce that clings beautifully to noodles. Fresh mix-ins like cucumber and carrot add cheery color and satisfying crunch. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/everyday-fried-noodles-recipe\/)\n\n![Pork Belly](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/01\/28\/TWTJ6FYXVA4IXD7L6TGYHJWSFA-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Yuki Sugiura*\n\nRed-braised pork belly is homestyle Chinese comfort food, with two types of soy sauce and a touch of sugar giving the beloved dish its signature glossiness and deep red-brown hue. In this version from cookbook author [Fuchsia Dunlop](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/authors\/fuchsia-dunlop\/), boiled eggs make the ideal vehicle for soaking up the savory sauce. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/chinese-red-braised-pork-belly-recipe\/)\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\n![Indonesia-Beef-Rendeng](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2014\/07\/13\/Beef-Rendeng-James-Oseland-768x1024.jpeg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Maura McEvoy*\n\nA stick-to-your-ribs Indonesian staple, this succulent number calls for slowly simmering beef in a rich coconutty sauce seasoned with aromatic lemongrass and makrut lime leaves. Serve it alongside steamed white rice to absorb the velvety gravy. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/recipes\/beef-rendang\/)\n\n![Bo Kho Recipe Vietnamese Beef Stew](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2022\/01\/26\/bo-kho-recipe-saveur-kate-berry-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard*\n\nTender short ribs and collagen-rich oxtail form the bedrock of this beefy, herbaceous Vietnamese stew. Fistfuls of cilantro and Thai basil enhance the dish with grassy aroma and brightness, while red onions and scallions add a peppery punch. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/bo-kho-recipe\/)\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\n![Korean Thanksgiving Galbi Jjim Recipe](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2021\/11\/10\/Braised-short-ribs-korean-thanksgiving-saveur-paola-murray-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Photo: Paola + Murray • Food Styling: Simon Andrews • Prop Styling: Sophie Strangio*\n\nSohui Kim, chef of Brooklyn restaurant [Gage & Tollner](https:\/\/www.gageandtollner.com\/), weaves a thread of French technique into her Korean galbi jjim recipe: she incorporates both red wine and soy sauce into the braise for extra depth of flavor and East-meets-West oomph. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/galbi-jjim-recipe\/)\n\n![Taiwanese Garlic Sliced Pork](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Garlic-Sliced-Pork_4x5-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Yen Wei and Ryan Chen (Courtesy Simon Element)*\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\nDress tender poached pork belly with garlic, chili oil, and Taiwanese soy paste for a delicately salty-sweet dish straight from the island’s vibrant beer halls. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/sliced-pork-in-garlic-sauce\/)\n\n![Braised Winter Squash Recipe](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/10\/00-LEAD-braised-winter-squash_2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Hannah Che (Courtesy Clarkson Potter)* *Reprinted with permission from The Vegan Chinese Kitchen by Hannah Che copyright © 2022. Photographs by Hannah Che. Published by Clarkson Potter, a division of Penguin Random House, LLC.*\n\nAny feast full of rich fare needs some lighter options in the lineup for balance—like this flavorful, winter-friendly option from cookbook author [Hannah Che](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/culture\/hannah-che-vegan-chinese-kitchen-q-and-a\/). Her recipe utilizes the Chinese smother-braising technique—similar to red-braising—to soften squash to a luxuriously buttery texture. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/recipes\/braised-winter-squash-fermented-black-beans\/)\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\n![Whole Grilled Fish with Vietnamese Peanut Pesto](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/04\/SD6GNMTK2VBNLA7AQRV3SH5GMU-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Matt Taylor-Gross*\n\nFor a whole-fish presentation with rich, nutty flavor and smoky flair, try this grilled, Vietnamese-inspired version from Houston chef [Chris Shepherd](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/chris-shepherd-houston-cookout\/). The peanut pesto smearing the fish hits all the flavor notes: umami from the fish sauce, caramelly sweetness from the brown sugar, and brightness from the lime juice. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/whole-grilled-fish-with-vietnamese-peanut-pesto\/)\n\n![Asian Greens with Garlic Sauce](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/18\/VP6A776UMYCW64VAF4VUNWUEAY.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Farideh Sadeghin*\n\nIt takes just five minutes to turn choy sum (or any other leafy green, like baby bok choy) into a garlicky, show-stealing side. Slightly bitter vegetables beautifully counterbalance any heartier dishes that might be on your banquet table. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/article\/Recipes\/Asian-Greens-with-Garlic-Sauce\/)\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\n![Nian Gao for Chinese New Year Recipes](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/02\/08\/JS2OQG7BWJ5MCSM2ZDGPWXHGLM-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Matt Taylor-Gross*\n\nSteamed sweet rice dough flavored with brown sugar and almond extract makes a luck-filled Chinese Lunar New Year treat (nian gao is a homophone for “higher every year”). A sprinkling of toasted sesame seeds and an optional smattering of red dates elevates the treat to show-stopper territory. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/sticky-rice-almond-cake-nian-gao-recipe\/)\n\n![Salt-Baked Chicken with Congee and Pickled Mustard Greens](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/18\/ELAXHL5MHJRAJFIOHZNHS4TR6M-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Jason Lang*\n\nADVERTISEMENTAD\n\nAD\n\nA whole chicken represents prosperity, so make this oven-baked Hainan-style version that calls for coating a bird generously in salt—resulting in even cooking and extra-moist meat. [Get the recipe \\>](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/salt-baked-chicken-recipe\/)\n\n![steamed whole fish](https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/18\/U7KXFPU5RG7LRMIG3565AZLAFQ-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)\n\n*Katherine Whittaker*\n\nBright citrus and peppery fennel enliven flaky steamed fish in this elegant banquet-table centerpiece. Follow Chinese tradition and save some leftovers for the following day as a symbol of bringing surplus into the new year. 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Boilerpipe Text	Around the world, the celebratory dishes atop Lunar New Year feast tables are as symbolic as they are sumptuous. Long noodles signify longevity, chewy rice balls stuffed with sugary paste represent sweetness, and whole fish foreshadows abundance in the year ahead. Though often called Chinese New Year for its connection to the Chinese lunisolar calendar, Lunar New Year is a lively, joy-filled celebration across much of Asia, including Korea, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia. This year, ring in the Year of the Horse with a spread of global dishes—from crackly chả giò and chewy tteokguk, to fluffy fa gao and flaky pineapple tarts—to usher in prosperity and good fortune in the year ahead. Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Thu Buser While these tea-stained eggs are enjoyed as an everyday breakfast or snack in China and Taiwan, they also make an eye-catching and delectable addition to any Lunar New Year table. The fragrant marinade of soy sauce, star anise, and cinnamon infuses the yolks with a satisfying salty-sweet flavor and gives the whites an antique, marbled appearance. Get the recipe > ADVERTISEMENT AD AD Photo: Doaa Elkady • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Stylist: Paige Hicks It doesn’t get more festive than this showstopping ba bao fan, which translates to “eight treasures rice.” New York City pastry chef Natasha Pickowicz reimagines her mom’s recipe for the auspicious Chinese dessert, cooking the traditional glutinous sweet rice with dried hibiscus flowers (which tint the cake the loveliest shade of pale pink!), enriching the red bean filling with butter and five-spice powder, and lacquering the artful arrangement of dried fruits on top with a glistening syrup. Get the recipe > Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Jessie YuChen In many cultures, rice cakes are symbolic of a prosperous new year, so all shapes and sizes show up at holiday gatherings. This enticing stir-fried version—a spin on a Shanghai classic—amps up the flavor with a dollop of doubanjiang, the Chinese fermented soybean paste. Get the recipe > ADVERTISEMENT AD AD Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Kat Craddock At just about any festive occasion in Vietnam , you can bet fried spring rolls will make an appearance on the feast table. Known regionally as chả giò or nem rán, the snack is best dipped into nước chấm , the sweet-sour Vietnamese condiment. Get the recipe > ADVERTISEMENT AD AD Kimberly Park Break out those chopsticks for a generous platter of yu sheng, or yee sang, aka prosperity toss salad. Make the recipe chef Alex Au-Yeung serves at Phat Eatery in Katy, Texas , then gather friends and family around the table to mix the Malaysian and Singaporean staple together. The higher it’s tossed, the more blessings the new year will bring. (See Au-Yeung make the dish here .) Get the recipe > Jinju Kang (Courtesy Phaidon) Jinju Kang Cook thin oval-shaped tteok, or rice cakes, in a savory anchovy broth to make what Junghyun Park and Jungyoon Choi call “one of the most significant dishes in Korean tradition.” Eaten on the first day of the new year as a tribute to ancestors, the soothing soup showcases tteok at their toothsome best. Get the recipe > ADVERTISEMENT AD AD Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Mariana Velasquez • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard Crispy sweet rice balls filled with red bean paste and rolled in sesame seeds are a mainstay at Chinese bakeries and dim-sum restaurants, but they’re particularly auspicious as a Lunar New Year treat—round foods symbolize not only the moon, but also family togetherness. Cookbook author Kristina Cho ’s recipe delivers a satisfying bite that’s crisp and crackly on the outside, and tender and chewy on the inside. Get the recipe > Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Mariana Velasquez ADVERTISEMENT AD AD Crispy fried wrappers envelop a delectable pork filling in these Filipino spring rolls, a party favorite in the Philippines and among the diaspora. Chef Dale Talde serves his version with sawsawan, a vinegar-and-soy-sauce mixture laced with raw garlic and fiery chiles. Get the recipe > Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Jessie YuChen Chewy dough encases a rich, earthy paste made from nuts and sesame seeds in this Chinese snack symbolizing family reunion. Families boil them to celebrate Yuanxiao Jie, also known as the Lantern Festival, which falls on the 15th day of the lunar month and marks the end of the two-week new-year festivities. Make this version from Buwei Yang Chao’s 1945 cookbook to enjoy while admiring the full moon. Get the recipe > ADVERTISEMENT AD AD Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Mariana Velasquez • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard Sometimes called prosperity cake, fa gao is a beloved Chinese Lunar New Year treat that’s extra pretty to boot. When steamed, the tops of the cakes blossom into a flower-like pattern. In this recipe from Kristina Cho, the cookbook author lets us in on her grandmother’s clever shortcut: Bisquick, which ensures perfectly split tops and a satisfyingly soft, fluffy texture. Get the recipe > Heami Lee Wrap, pleat, and boil a pot of dumplings—a symbol of wealth and prosperousness in China because of their resemblance to gold ingots—to invite good fortune in the year ahead. Pork and chives make a classic savory pairing, so fold a little extra to freeze and enjoy in the new year whenever a craving strikes. Get the recipe > ADVERTISEMENT AD AD Photo: Jenny Huang • Food Styling: Tyna Hoang Invite good health and longevity with steaming bowls of red-braised beef noodle soup enriched with soy sauce, ginger, and scallions. This recipe from a Taipei noodle shop calls for simmering the protein for a few hours, yielding fall-apart-tender meat. Get the recipe > Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard ADVERTISEMENT AD AD For special occasions like the new year, Vietnamese families often pickle radishes in nước chấm rather than the usual brine. The flavorful liquid imparts a depth of flavor that cuts through the richness of opulent celebratory dishes. Get the recipe > Yi Jun Loh Food blogger Yi Jun Loh ’s pineapple tart recipe transforms the tropical fruit into a spiced, marmalade-esque filling, then encases the jammy mixture in rich, buttery pastry. The two-bite delights—popular in Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia when the Lunar New Year rolls around—are perfect for hosting, gifting, and snacking. Get the recipe > ADVERTISEMENT AD AD Allie Wist This hearty dish of caramelized, melt-in-your-mouth pork belly gets its irresistible savoriness from fish sauce and Coco Rico, a mild, coconut-flavored soda from Puerto Rico that’s common in Vietnamese cooking. Get the recipe > Peter Som Named for their impressive size, these juicy Chinese meatballs make a show-stopping addition to any festive feast. The trick to achieving their signature tender, bouncy texture? Stirring the pork mixture for at least five minutes, to thoroughly distribute fat and flavor. Get the recipe > ADVERTISEMENT AD AD Heami Lee Enhance ground beef with chili oil for a spicy take on a Lunar New Year classic. These pan-fried dumplings are a beaut: a flour-vinegar slurry added near the end of the frying process creates a beautifully crispy “skirt” that holds the potstickers together. Get the recipe > Photo: Belle Morizio • Food Styling: Victoria Granof • Prop Styling: Dayna Seman ADVERTISEMENT AD AD This stir-fried recipe calls for layering ingredients like dark soy sauce and sugar to concoct a concentrated, salty-sweet sauce that clings beautifully to noodles. Fresh mix-ins like cucumber and carrot add cheery color and satisfying crunch. Get the recipe > Yuki Sugiura Red-braised pork belly is homestyle Chinese comfort food, with two types of soy sauce and a touch of sugar giving the beloved dish its signature glossiness and deep red-brown hue. In this version from cookbook author Fuchsia Dunlop , boiled eggs make the ideal vehicle for soaking up the savory sauce. Get the recipe > ADVERTISEMENT AD AD Maura McEvoy A stick-to-your-ribs Indonesian staple, this succulent number calls for slowly simmering beef in a rich coconutty sauce seasoned with aromatic lemongrass and makrut lime leaves. Serve it alongside steamed white rice to absorb the velvety gravy. Get the recipe > Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard Tender short ribs and collagen-rich oxtail form the bedrock of this beefy, herbaceous Vietnamese stew. Fistfuls of cilantro and Thai basil enhance the dish with grassy aroma and brightness, while red onions and scallions add a peppery punch. Get the recipe > ADVERTISEMENT AD AD Photo: Paola + Murray • Food Styling: Simon Andrews • Prop Styling: Sophie Strangio Sohui Kim, chef of Brooklyn restaurant Gage & Tollner , weaves a thread of French technique into her Korean galbi jjim recipe: she incorporates both red wine and soy sauce into the braise for extra depth of flavor and East-meets-West oomph. Get the recipe > Yen Wei and Ryan Chen (Courtesy Simon Element) ADVERTISEMENT AD AD Dress tender poached pork belly with garlic, chili oil, and Taiwanese soy paste for a delicately salty-sweet dish straight from the island’s vibrant beer halls. Get the recipe > Hannah Che (Courtesy Clarkson Potter) Reprinted with permission from The Vegan Chinese Kitchen by Hannah Che copyright © 2022. Photographs by Hannah Che. Published by Clarkson Potter, a division of Penguin Random House, LLC. Any feast full of rich fare needs some lighter options in the lineup for balance—like this flavorful, winter-friendly option from cookbook author Hannah Che . Her recipe utilizes the Chinese smother-braising technique—similar to red-braising—to soften squash to a luxuriously buttery texture. Get the recipe > ADVERTISEMENT AD AD Matt Taylor-Gross For a whole-fish presentation with rich, nutty flavor and smoky flair, try this grilled, Vietnamese-inspired version from Houston chef Chris Shepherd . The peanut pesto smearing the fish hits all the flavor notes: umami from the fish sauce, caramelly sweetness from the brown sugar, and brightness from the lime juice. Get the recipe > Farideh Sadeghin It takes just five minutes to turn choy sum (or any other leafy green, like baby bok choy) into a garlicky, show-stealing side. Slightly bitter vegetables beautifully counterbalance any heartier dishes that might be on your banquet table. Get the recipe > ADVERTISEMENT AD AD Matt Taylor-Gross Steamed sweet rice dough flavored with brown sugar and almond extract makes a luck-filled Chinese Lunar New Year treat (nian gao is a homophone for “higher every year”). A sprinkling of toasted sesame seeds and an optional smattering of red dates elevates the treat to show-stopper territory. Get the recipe > Jason Lang ADVERTISEMENT AD AD A whole chicken represents prosperity, so make this oven-baked Hainan-style version that calls for coating a bird generously in salt—resulting in even cooking and extra-moist meat. Get the recipe > Katherine Whittaker Bright citrus and peppery fennel enliven flaky steamed fish in this elegant banquet-table centerpiece. Follow Chinese tradition and save some leftovers for the following day as a symbol of bringing surplus into the new year. Get the recipe > ADVERTISEMENT AD AD Penny De Los Santos Toss slippery sweet potato noodles with soy sauce, crunchy veg, and tender, juicy beef to make this crowd-pleasing Korean party dish. At any celebration of Seollal (as Lunar New Year is called in Korea), a heaping bowl is bound to be on the table. Get the recipe > Todd Coleman Rice flour and grated daikon studded with lap cheong sausages are a perennially popular dim-sum order, and they make a welcome addition to any holiday feast. Serve the crisp-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside snack with spicy hoisin sauce for a fiery kick. Get the recipe >
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M By [Megan Zhang](https://www.saveur.com/authors/megan-zhang/) *** Updated on January 16, 2025 Around the world, the celebratory dishes atop Lunar New Year feast tables are as symbolic as they are sumptuous. Long noodles signify longevity, chewy rice balls stuffed with sugary paste represent sweetness, and whole fish foreshadows abundance in the year ahead. Though often called Chinese New Year for its connection to the Chinese lunisolar calendar, Lunar New Year is a lively, joy-filled celebration across much of Asia, including Korea, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia. This year, ring in the Year of the Horse with a spread of global dishes—from crackly chả giò and chewy tteokguk, to fluffy fa gao and flaky pineapple tarts—to usher in prosperity and good fortune in the year ahead. ## [Cha Ye Dan (Tea Eggs)](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/chinese-tea-eggs/) ![Cha Ye Dan (Tea Eggs)](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2014/10/Photo_-Murray-Hall-_-Food-Styling_-Thu-Buser_241209-murrayhall-saveur-07-cha-ye-dan-019-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Thu Buser While these tea-stained eggs are enjoyed as an everyday breakfast or snack in China and Taiwan, they also make an eye-catching and delectable addition to any Lunar New Year table. The fragrant marinade of soy sauce, star anise, and cinnamon infuses the yolks with a satisfying salty-sweet flavor and gives the whites an antique, marbled appearance. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/chinese-tea-eggs/) ## [Ba Bao Fan](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/ba-bao-fan-eight-treasure-rice-cake/) ![Ba Bao Fan (Eight Treasure Rice Cake)](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2024/12/Photo_-Doaa-Elkady-_Food-Stylist-_Jason-Schreiber-_Prop-Stylist-Paige-Hicks_Babaofan-Cake-V2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Doaa Elkady • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Stylist: Paige Hicks It doesn’t get more festive than this showstopping ba bao fan, which translates to “eight treasures rice.” New York City pastry chef Natasha Pickowicz reimagines her mom’s recipe for the auspicious Chinese dessert, cooking the traditional glutinous sweet rice with dried hibiscus flowers (which tint the cake the loveliest shade of pale pink!), enriching the red bean filling with butter and five-spice powder, and lacquering the artful arrangement of dried fruits on top with a glistening syrup. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/ba-bao-fan-eight-treasure-rice-cake/) ## [Chao Niangao (Stir-Fried Rice Cakes)](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/shanghai-stir-fry-rice-cake-recipe/) ![Shanghai Stir Fried Rice cakes](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2013/12/11-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-SHANGHAI-STIR-FRIED-RICECAKES-010-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Jessie YuChen In many cultures, rice cakes are symbolic of a prosperous new year, so all shapes and sizes show up at holiday gatherings. This enticing stir-fried version—a spin on a Shanghai classic—amps up the flavor with a dollop of doubanjiang, the Chinese fermented soybean paste. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/shanghai-stir-fry-rice-cake-recipe/) [Order the SAVEUR Selects Nitri-Black Carbon Steel 14-Inch Wok here](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BKPH8G18?tag=actonxsaveur-20&asc_source=browser&asc_refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.saveur.com%2Ffood%2Flunar-new-year-recipes%2F&ascsubtag=0000SV0000056731O1024001220260413021302). ## [Chả Giò (Fried Spring Rolls)](https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Vietnamese-Spring-Rolls/) ![Vietnamese Spring rolls](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2007/03/04-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-VIETNAMESE-SPRINGROLLS-023-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Kat Craddock At just about any festive occasion in [Vietnam](https://www.saveur.com/essential-vietnamese-recipes/), you can bet fried spring rolls will make an appearance on the feast table. Known regionally as chả giò or nem rán, the snack is best dipped into [nước chấm](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/classic-vietnamese-dipping-sauce/), the sweet-sour Vietnamese condiment. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/vietnamese-spring-rolls/) ## [Yu Sheng (Prosperity Toss Salad)](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/prosperity-toss-salad/) ![](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2023/07/00-LEAD-Prosperity-Toss-by-Kimberly-Park-saveur.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Kimberly Park Break out those chopsticks for a generous platter of yu sheng, or yee sang, aka prosperity toss salad. Make the recipe chef Alex Au-Yeung serves at [Phat Eatery](https://www.phateatery.com/) in [Katy, Texas](https://www.saveur.com/culture/houston-lunar-new-year/), then gather friends and family around the table to mix the Malaysian and Singaporean staple together. The higher it’s tossed, the more blessings the new year will bring. (See Au-Yeung make the dish [here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u27GcQE0Dqc).) [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/prosperity-toss-salad/) ## [Tteokguk (Korean Rice Cake Soup)](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/tteokguk-rice-cake-soup-recipe/) ![Tteokguk (Rice Cake Soup)](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2024/02/P6754-0113_tteokguk_4x5_final-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Jinju Kang (Courtesy Phaidon) Jinju Kang Cook thin oval-shaped tteok, or rice cakes, in a savory anchovy broth to make what Junghyun Park and Jungyoon Choi call “one of the most significant dishes in Korean tradition.” Eaten on the first day of the new year as a tribute to ancestors, the soothing soup showcases tteok at their toothsome best. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/tteokguk-rice-cake-soup-recipe/) ## [Fried Sesame Balls with Sweet Red Bean Filling](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/fried-sesame-balls-recipe/) ![Sesame Balls Recipe Lunar New Year](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2022/02/01/sesame-balls-recipe-lunar-new-year-cho-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Mariana Velasquez • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard Crispy sweet rice balls filled with red bean paste and rolled in sesame seeds are a mainstay at Chinese bakeries and dim-sum restaurants, but they’re particularly auspicious as a Lunar New Year treat—round foods symbolize not only the moon, but also family togetherness. Cookbook author [Kristina Cho](https://www.saveur.com/food/kristina-cho-mooncakes-and-milk-bread/)’s recipe delivers a satisfying bite that’s crisp and crackly on the outside, and tender and chewy on the inside. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/fried-sesame-balls-recipe/) ## [Lumpia (Fried Spring Rolls)](https://www.saveur.com/filipino-spring-rolls-lumpia-recipe/) ![Lumpia Recipe Filipino Spring Rolls](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2016/07/31/Lumpia-recipe-filipino-spring-rolls-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Mariana Velasquez Crispy fried wrappers envelop a delectable pork filling in these Filipino spring rolls, a party favorite in the Philippines and among the diaspora. Chef [Dale Talde](https://www.saveur.com/dale-talde-filipino-chicago/) serves his version with sawsawan, a vinegar-and-soy-sauce mixture laced with raw garlic and fiery chiles. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/filipino-spring-rolls-lumpia-recipe/) ## [Yuanxiao (Sweet Rice Balls with Nut and Sesame Seed Filling)](https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Yuanxiao-Dumplings/) ![Yuanxiao](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2011/01/07-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-YUANXIAO-010-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Jessie YuChen Chewy dough encases a rich, earthy paste made from nuts and sesame seeds in this Chinese snack symbolizing family reunion. Families boil them to celebrate Yuanxiao Jie, also known as the Lantern Festival, which falls on the 15th day of the lunar month and marks the end of the two-week new-year festivities. Make this version from [Buwei Yang Chao’s 1945 cookbook](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0394717031?tag=actonxsaveur-20&asc_source=browser&asc_refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.saveur.com%2Ffood%2Flunar-new-year-recipes%2F&ascsubtag=0000SV0000056731O1024001220260413021302) to enjoy while admiring the full moon. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/yuanxiao-dumplings/) ## [Fa Gao (Steamed Cupcakes)](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/fa-gao-recipe/) ![Steamed Cupcake Recipe Fa Gao](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2022/02/01/Steamed-cupcake-recipe-lunar-new-year-cho-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Mariana Velasquez • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard Sometimes called prosperity cake, fa gao is a beloved Chinese Lunar New Year treat that’s extra pretty to boot. When steamed, the tops of the cakes blossom into a flower-like pattern. In this recipe from Kristina Cho, the cookbook author lets us in on her grandmother’s clever shortcut: Bisquick, which ensures perfectly split tops and a satisfyingly soft, fluffy texture. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/fa-gao-recipe/) ## [Pork and Chive Dumplings](https://www.saveur.com/chinese-pork-chive-dumpling-recipe/) ![boiled pork and chive dumplings](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/02/08/DFLHM5BEINUB2NJNNKH2VP2EEI-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Heami Lee Wrap, pleat, and boil a pot of dumplings—a symbol of wealth and prosperousness in China because of their resemblance to gold ingots—to invite good fortune in the year ahead. Pork and chives make a classic savory pairing, so fold a little extra to freeze and enjoy in the new year whenever a craving strikes. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/chinese-pork-chive-dumpling-recipe/) ## [Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup](https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Hong-Shao-Niu-Rou-Mian-Taiwanese-Beef-Noodle-Soup/) ![Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup (Hong Shao Niu Rou Mian](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/12/03/HMH4STHMBCAYWE5GZ6NBXFC3E4-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Jenny Huang • Food Styling: Tyna Hoang Invite good health and longevity with steaming bowls of red-braised beef noodle soup enriched with soy sauce, ginger, and scallions. This recipe from a Taipei noodle shop calls for simmering the protein for a few hours, yielding fall-apart-tender meat. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Hong-Shao-Niu-Rou-Mian-Taiwanese-Beef-Noodle-Soup/) ## [Fish Sauce-Pickled Radishes](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/fish-sauce-pickled-radish-recipe/) ![Fish Sauce-Pickled Radishes](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2022/01/29/pickled-radishes-saveur-vietnamese-lunar-new-year-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard For special occasions like the new year, Vietnamese families often pickle radishes in nước chấm rather than the usual brine. The flavorful liquid imparts a depth of flavor that cuts through the richness of opulent celebratory dishes. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/fish-sauce-pickled-radish-recipe/) ## [Pineapple Tarts](https://www.saveur.com/story/recipes/lunar-new-year-pineapple-tart-cookie/) ![Pineapple Tarts](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2021/02/pineapple_tarts_4x5.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Yi Jun Loh Food blogger [Yi Jun Loh](https://www.saveur.com/authors/yi-jun-loh/)’s pineapple tart recipe transforms the tropical fruit into a spiced, marmalade-esque filling, then encases the jammy mixture in rich, buttery pastry. The two-bite delights—popular in Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia when the Lunar New Year rolls around—are perfect for hosting, gifting, and snacking. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/story/recipes/lunar-new-year-pineapple-tart-cookie/) ## [Thit Kho (Vietnamese Braised Pork Belly with Eggs)](https://www.saveur.com/braised-caramelized-vietnamese-coco-pork-belly-thit-kho-recipe/) ![thit kho ](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/03/18/WVMOOAWVQ5HGIZC2DO2YT6D7QQ-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Allie Wist This hearty dish of caramelized, melt-in-your-mouth pork belly gets its irresistible savoriness from fish sauce and Coco Rico, a mild, coconut-flavored soda from Puerto Rico that’s common in Vietnamese cooking. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/braised-caramelized-vietnamese-coco-pork-belly-thit-kho-recipe/) ## [Chinese Lion’s Head Meatballs](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/chinese-lions-head-meatballs-recipe/) ![Lion Head Meatballs](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2022/11/09/saveur-peter-som-lion-head-meatballs.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Peter Som Named for their impressive size, these juicy Chinese meatballs make a show-stopping addition to any festive feast. The trick to achieving their signature tender, bouncy texture? Stirring the pork mixture for at least five minutes, to thoroughly distribute fat and flavor. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/chinese-lions-head-meatballs-recipe/) ## [Spicy Beef Potstickers](https://www.saveur.com/spicy-beef-dumpling-recipe/) ![pan-fried spicy beef dumplings](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2017/01/110416_SAV-Dmplngs_Pancake-201_2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Heami Lee Enhance ground beef with chili oil for a spicy take on a Lunar New Year classic. These pan-fried dumplings are a beaut: a flour-vinegar slurry added near the end of the frying process creates a beautifully crispy “skirt” that holds the potstickers together. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/spicy-beef-dumpling-recipe/) ## [Tian Tian Chao Mian (Chinese Everyday Fried Noodles)](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/everyday-fried-noodles-recipe/) ![Everyday Stir Fried Noodles Recipe](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2011/02/17/Everyday-stir-fried-noodles-recipe-belle-morizio.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Belle Morizio • Food Styling: Victoria Granof • Prop Styling: Dayna Seman This stir-fried recipe calls for layering ingredients like dark soy sauce and sugar to concoct a concentrated, salty-sweet sauce that clings beautifully to noodles. Fresh mix-ins like cucumber and carrot add cheery color and satisfying crunch. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/everyday-fried-noodles-recipe/) ## [Hong Shao Rou (Chinese Red-Braised Pork Belly with Eggs)](https://www.saveur.com/chinese-red-braised-pork-belly-recipe/) ![Pork Belly](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/01/28/TWTJ6FYXVA4IXD7L6TGYHJWSFA-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Yuki Sugiura Red-braised pork belly is homestyle Chinese comfort food, with two types of soy sauce and a touch of sugar giving the beloved dish its signature glossiness and deep red-brown hue. In this version from cookbook author [Fuchsia Dunlop](https://www.saveur.com/authors/fuchsia-dunlop/), boiled eggs make the ideal vehicle for soaking up the savory sauce. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/chinese-red-braised-pork-belly-recipe/) ## [Beef Rendang](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/beef-rendang/) ![Indonesia-Beef-Rendeng](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2014/07/13/Beef-Rendeng-James-Oseland-768x1024.jpeg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Maura McEvoy A stick-to-your-ribs Indonesian staple, this succulent number calls for slowly simmering beef in a rich coconutty sauce seasoned with aromatic lemongrass and makrut lime leaves. Serve it alongside steamed white rice to absorb the velvety gravy. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/beef-rendang/) ## [Bò Kho (Vietnamese-Style Beef Stew with Lemongrass, Ginger, and Garlic)](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/bo-kho-recipe/) ![Bo Kho Recipe Vietnamese Beef Stew](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2022/01/26/bo-kho-recipe-saveur-kate-berry-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard Tender short ribs and collagen-rich oxtail form the bedrock of this beefy, herbaceous Vietnamese stew. Fistfuls of cilantro and Thai basil enhance the dish with grassy aroma and brightness, while red onions and scallions add a peppery punch. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/bo-kho-recipe/) ## [Galbi Jjim (Braised Short Ribs](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/galbi-jjim-recipe/)) ![Korean Thanksgiving Galbi Jjim Recipe](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2021/11/10/Braised-short-ribs-korean-thanksgiving-saveur-paola-murray-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Paola + Murray • Food Styling: Simon Andrews • Prop Styling: Sophie Strangio Sohui Kim, chef of Brooklyn restaurant [Gage & Tollner](https://www.gageandtollner.com/), weaves a thread of French technique into her Korean galbi jjim recipe: she incorporates both red wine and soy sauce into the braise for extra depth of flavor and East-meets-West oomph. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/galbi-jjim-recipe/) ## [Sliced Pork Belly with Garlic Sauce](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/sliced-pork-in-garlic-sauce/) ![Taiwanese Garlic Sliced Pork](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2021/01/Garlic-Sliced-Pork_4x5-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Yen Wei and Ryan Chen (Courtesy Simon Element) Dress tender poached pork belly with garlic, chili oil, and Taiwanese soy paste for a delicately salty-sweet dish straight from the island’s vibrant beer halls. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/sliced-pork-in-garlic-sauce/) ## [Braised Winter Squash with Fermented Black Beans](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/braised-winter-squash-fermented-black-beans/) ![Braised Winter Squash Recipe](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2022/11/10/00-LEAD-braised-winter-squash_2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Hannah Che (Courtesy Clarkson Potter) Reprinted with permission from The Vegan Chinese Kitchen by Hannah Che copyright © 2022. Photographs by Hannah Che. Published by Clarkson Potter, a division of Penguin Random House, LLC. Any feast full of rich fare needs some lighter options in the lineup for balance—like this flavorful, winter-friendly option from cookbook author [Hannah Che](https://www.saveur.com/culture/hannah-che-vegan-chinese-kitchen-q-and-a/). Her recipe utilizes the Chinese smother-braising technique—similar to red-braising—to soften squash to a luxuriously buttery texture. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/braised-winter-squash-fermented-black-beans/) ## [Whole Grilled Fish with Vietnamese Peanut Pesto](https://www.saveur.com/whole-grilled-fish-with-vietnamese-peanut-pesto/) ![Whole Grilled Fish with Vietnamese Peanut Pesto](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/03/04/SD6GNMTK2VBNLA7AQRV3SH5GMU-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Matt Taylor-Gross For a whole-fish presentation with rich, nutty flavor and smoky flair, try this grilled, Vietnamese-inspired version from Houston chef [Chris Shepherd](https://www.saveur.com/chris-shepherd-houston-cookout/). The peanut pesto smearing the fish hits all the flavor notes: umami from the fish sauce, caramelly sweetness from the brown sugar, and brightness from the lime juice. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/whole-grilled-fish-with-vietnamese-peanut-pesto/) ## [Stir-Fried Choy Sum with Garlic Sauce](https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Asian-Greens-with-Garlic-Sauce/) ![Asian Greens with Garlic Sauce](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/03/18/VP6A776UMYCW64VAF4VUNWUEAY.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Farideh Sadeghin It takes just five minutes to turn choy sum (or any other leafy green, like baby bok choy) into a garlicky, show-stealing side. Slightly bitter vegetables beautifully counterbalance any heartier dishes that might be on your banquet table. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Asian-Greens-with-Garlic-Sauce/) ## [Nian Gao (Chinese Sticky Rice Cake)](https://www.saveur.com/sticky-rice-almond-cake-nian-gao-recipe/) ![Nian Gao for Chinese New Year Recipes](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/02/08/JS2OQG7BWJ5MCSM2ZDGPWXHGLM-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Matt Taylor-Gross Steamed sweet rice dough flavored with brown sugar and almond extract makes a luck-filled Chinese Lunar New Year treat (nian gao is a homophone for “higher every year”). A sprinkling of toasted sesame seeds and an optional smattering of red dates elevates the treat to show-stopper territory. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/sticky-rice-almond-cake-nian-gao-recipe/) ## [Chinese Salt-Baked Chicken with Congee and Pickled Mustard Greens](https://www.saveur.com/salt-baked-chicken-recipe/) ![Salt-Baked Chicken with Congee and Pickled Mustard Greens](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/03/18/ELAXHL5MHJRAJFIOHZNHS4TR6M-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Jason Lang A whole chicken represents prosperity, so make this oven-baked Hainan-style version that calls for coating a bird generously in salt—resulting in even cooking and extra-moist meat. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/salt-baked-chicken-recipe/) ## [Whole Steamed Fish with Tangerine Peel and Fennel](https://www.saveur.com/steamed-whole-fish-dried-tangerine-peel-fennel-recipe/) ![steamed whole fish](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/03/18/U7KXFPU5RG7LRMIG3565AZLAFQ-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Katherine Whittaker Bright citrus and peppery fennel enliven flaky steamed fish in this elegant banquet-table centerpiece. Follow Chinese tradition and save some leftovers for the following day as a symbol of bringing surplus into the new year. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/steamed-whole-fish-dried-tangerine-peel-fennel-recipe/) ## [Japchae (Stir-Fried Glass Noodles)](https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Chap-Chae/) ![Korean Noodles with Beef and Vegetables (Chap Chae)](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/03/18/WKVMC7YOQBJ6YR4AZ3RMKGHWXQ.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Penny De Los Santos Toss slippery sweet potato noodles with soy sauce, crunchy veg, and tender, juicy beef to make this crowd-pleasing Korean party dish. At any celebration of Seollal (as Lunar New Year is called in Korea), a heaping bowl is bound to be on the table. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Chap-Chae/) ## [Lo Bak Go (Pan-Fried Turnip Cake)](https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Luo-Go-Bao/) ![Daikon Cake with Garlic Hoisin Sauce (Luo Go Bao)](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/03/18/APBWVNERHPLGWYKCUBEHOK2VBI-e1643237726431-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Todd Coleman Rice flour and grated daikon studded with lap cheong sausages are a perennially popular dim-sum order, and they make a welcome addition to any holiday feast. Serve the crisp-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside snack with spicy hoisin sauce for a fiery kick. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Luo-Go-Bao/) ![](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2021/01/Babaofan-Cake-H2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Doaa Elkady • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Styling: Paige Hicks ![Babaofan](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2021/01/Babaofan-Cake-H2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) PHOTO: DOAA ELKADY • FOOD STYLING: JASON SCHREIBER • PROP STYLING: PAIGE HICKS [Recipes](https://www.saveur.com/category/recipes/) # Our Best Lunar New Year Recipes for an Auspicious Feast Invite good fortune to your table with rice cakes, spring rolls, longevity noodles, and more. - [Asian & Pacific Islander](https://www.saveur.com/category/asian-recipes/) - [Chinese](https://www.saveur.com/category/chinese/) - [Chinese American](https://www.saveur.com/category/chinese-american/) - [Food](https://www.saveur.com/category/food/) - [Holidays](https://www.saveur.com/category/holidays/) M By [Megan Zhang](https://www.saveur.com/authors/megan-zhang/) * Updated on January 16, 2025 ADVERTISEMENTAD AD M By [Megan Zhang](https://www.saveur.com/authors/megan-zhang/) * Updated on January 16, 2025 Around the world, the celebratory dishes atop Lunar New Year feast tables are as symbolic as they are sumptuous. Long noodles signify longevity, chewy rice balls stuffed with sugary paste represent sweetness, and whole fish foreshadows abundance in the year ahead. Though often called Chinese New Year for its connection to the Chinese lunisolar calendar, Lunar New Year is a lively, joy-filled celebration across much of Asia, including Korea, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia. This year, ring in the Year of the Horse with a spread of global dishes—from crackly chả giò and chewy tteokguk, to fluffy fa gao and flaky pineapple tarts—to usher in prosperity and good fortune in the year ahead. ## [Cha Ye Dan (Tea Eggs)](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/chinese-tea-eggs/) [![Cha Ye Dan (Tea Eggs)](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2014/10/Photo_-Murray-Hall-_-Food-Styling_-Thu-Buser_241209-murrayhall-saveur-07-cha-ye-dan-019-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/chinese-tea-eggs/) ![Cha Ye Dan (Tea Eggs)](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2014/10/Photo_-Murray-Hall-_-Food-Styling_-Thu-Buser_241209-murrayhall-saveur-07-cha-ye-dan-019-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Thu Buser While these tea-stained eggs are enjoyed as an everyday breakfast or snack in China and Taiwan, they also make an eye-catching and delectable addition to any Lunar New Year table. The fragrant marinade of soy sauce, star anise, and cinnamon infuses the yolks with a satisfying salty-sweet flavor and gives the whites an antique, marbled appearance. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/chinese-tea-eggs/) ## [Ba Bao Fan](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/ba-bao-fan-eight-treasure-rice-cake/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD [![Ba Bao Fan (Eight Treasure Rice Cake)](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2024/12/Photo_-Doaa-Elkady-_Food-Stylist-_Jason-Schreiber-_Prop-Stylist-Paige-Hicks_Babaofan-Cake-V2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/ba-bao-fan-eight-treasure-rice-cake/) ![Ba Bao Fan (Eight Treasure Rice Cake)](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2024/12/Photo_-Doaa-Elkady-_Food-Stylist-_Jason-Schreiber-_Prop-Stylist-Paige-Hicks_Babaofan-Cake-V2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Doaa Elkady • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Stylist: Paige Hicks It doesn’t get more festive than this showstopping ba bao fan, which translates to “eight treasures rice.” New York City pastry chef Natasha Pickowicz reimagines her mom’s recipe for the auspicious Chinese dessert, cooking the traditional glutinous sweet rice with dried hibiscus flowers (which tint the cake the loveliest shade of pale pink!), enriching the red bean filling with butter and five-spice powder, and lacquering the artful arrangement of dried fruits on top with a glistening syrup. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/ba-bao-fan-eight-treasure-rice-cake/) ## [Chao Niangao (Stir-Fried Rice Cakes)](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/shanghai-stir-fry-rice-cake-recipe/) ![Shanghai Stir Fried Rice cakes](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2013/12/11-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-SHANGHAI-STIR-FRIED-RICECAKES-010-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) ![Shanghai Stir Fried Rice cakes](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2013/12/11-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-SHANGHAI-STIR-FRIED-RICECAKES-010-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Jessie YuChen In many cultures, rice cakes are symbolic of a prosperous new year, so all shapes and sizes show up at holiday gatherings. This enticing stir-fried version—a spin on a Shanghai classic—amps up the flavor with a dollop of doubanjiang, the Chinese fermented soybean paste. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/shanghai-stir-fry-rice-cake-recipe/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD [Order the SAVEUR Selects Nitri-Black Carbon Steel 14-Inch Wok here](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BKPH8G18?tag=actonxsaveur-20&asc_source=browser&asc_refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.saveur.com%2Ffood%2Flunar-new-year-recipes%2F&ascsubtag=0000SV0000056731O1024001220260413021302). ## [Chả Giò (Fried Spring Rolls)](https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Vietnamese-Spring-Rolls/) ![Vietnamese Spring rolls](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2007/03/04-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-VIETNAMESE-SPRINGROLLS-023-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) ![Vietnamese Spring rolls](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2007/03/04-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-VIETNAMESE-SPRINGROLLS-023-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Kat Craddock At just about any festive occasion in [Vietnam](https://www.saveur.com/essential-vietnamese-recipes/), you can bet fried spring rolls will make an appearance on the feast table. Known regionally as chả giò or nem rán, the snack is best dipped into [nước chấm](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/classic-vietnamese-dipping-sauce/), the sweet-sour Vietnamese condiment. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/vietnamese-spring-rolls/) ## [Yu Sheng (Prosperity Toss Salad)](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/prosperity-toss-salad/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD ![](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2023/07/00-LEAD-Prosperity-Toss-by-Kimberly-Park-saveur.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) ![](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2023/07/00-LEAD-Prosperity-Toss-by-Kimberly-Park-saveur.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Kimberly Park Break out those chopsticks for a generous platter of yu sheng, or yee sang, aka prosperity toss salad. Make the recipe chef Alex Au-Yeung serves at [Phat Eatery](https://www.phateatery.com/) in [Katy, Texas](https://www.saveur.com/culture/houston-lunar-new-year/), then gather friends and family around the table to mix the Malaysian and Singaporean staple together. The higher it’s tossed, the more blessings the new year will bring. (See Au-Yeung make the dish [here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u27GcQE0Dqc).) [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/prosperity-toss-salad/) ## [Tteokguk (Korean Rice Cake Soup)](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/tteokguk-rice-cake-soup-recipe/) ![Tteokguk (Rice Cake Soup)](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2024/02/P6754-0113_tteokguk_4x5_final-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) ![Tteokguk (Rice Cake Soup)](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2024/02/P6754-0113_tteokguk_4x5_final-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Jinju Kang (Courtesy Phaidon) Jinju Kang Cook thin oval-shaped tteok, or rice cakes, in a savory anchovy broth to make what Junghyun Park and Jungyoon Choi call “one of the most significant dishes in Korean tradition.” Eaten on the first day of the new year as a tribute to ancestors, the soothing soup showcases tteok at their toothsome best. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/tteokguk-rice-cake-soup-recipe/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD ## [Fried Sesame Balls with Sweet Red Bean Filling](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/fried-sesame-balls-recipe/) ![Sesame Balls Recipe Lunar New Year](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2022/02/01/sesame-balls-recipe-lunar-new-year-cho-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) ![Sesame Balls Recipe Lunar New Year](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2022/02/01/sesame-balls-recipe-lunar-new-year-cho-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Mariana Velasquez • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard Crispy sweet rice balls filled with red bean paste and rolled in sesame seeds are a mainstay at Chinese bakeries and dim-sum restaurants, but they’re particularly auspicious as a Lunar New Year treat—round foods symbolize not only the moon, but also family togetherness. Cookbook author [Kristina Cho](https://www.saveur.com/food/kristina-cho-mooncakes-and-milk-bread/)’s recipe delivers a satisfying bite that’s crisp and crackly on the outside, and tender and chewy on the inside. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/fried-sesame-balls-recipe/) ## [Lumpia (Fried Spring Rolls)](https://www.saveur.com/filipino-spring-rolls-lumpia-recipe/) ![Lumpia Recipe Filipino Spring Rolls](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2016/07/31/Lumpia-recipe-filipino-spring-rolls-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) ![Lumpia Recipe Filipino Spring Rolls](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2016/07/31/Lumpia-recipe-filipino-spring-rolls-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Mariana Velasquez ADVERTISEMENTAD AD Crispy fried wrappers envelop a delectable pork filling in these Filipino spring rolls, a party favorite in the Philippines and among the diaspora. Chef [Dale Talde](https://www.saveur.com/dale-talde-filipino-chicago/) serves his version with sawsawan, a vinegar-and-soy-sauce mixture laced with raw garlic and fiery chiles. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/filipino-spring-rolls-lumpia-recipe/) ## [Yuanxiao (Sweet Rice Balls with Nut and Sesame Seed Filling)](https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Yuanxiao-Dumplings/) ![Yuanxiao](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2011/01/07-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-YUANXIAO-010-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) ![Yuanxiao](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2011/01/07-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-YUANXIAO-010-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Jessie YuChen Chewy dough encases a rich, earthy paste made from nuts and sesame seeds in this Chinese snack symbolizing family reunion. Families boil them to celebrate Yuanxiao Jie, also known as the Lantern Festival, which falls on the 15th day of the lunar month and marks the end of the two-week new-year festivities. Make this version from [Buwei Yang Chao’s 1945 cookbook](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0394717031?tag=actonxsaveur-20&asc_source=browser&asc_refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.saveur.com%2Ffood%2Flunar-new-year-recipes%2F&ascsubtag=0000SV0000056731O1024001220260413021302) to enjoy while admiring the full moon. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/yuanxiao-dumplings/) ## [Fa Gao (Steamed Cupcakes)](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/fa-gao-recipe/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD ![Steamed Cupcake Recipe Fa Gao](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2022/02/01/Steamed-cupcake-recipe-lunar-new-year-cho-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Mariana Velasquez • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard Sometimes called prosperity cake, fa gao is a beloved Chinese Lunar New Year treat that’s extra pretty to boot. When steamed, the tops of the cakes blossom into a flower-like pattern. In this recipe from Kristina Cho, the cookbook author lets us in on her grandmother’s clever shortcut: Bisquick, which ensures perfectly split tops and a satisfyingly soft, fluffy texture. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/fa-gao-recipe/) ## [Pork and Chive Dumplings](https://www.saveur.com/chinese-pork-chive-dumpling-recipe/) ![boiled pork and chive dumplings](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/02/08/DFLHM5BEINUB2NJNNKH2VP2EEI-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Heami Lee Wrap, pleat, and boil a pot of dumplings—a symbol of wealth and prosperousness in China because of their resemblance to gold ingots—to invite good fortune in the year ahead. Pork and chives make a classic savory pairing, so fold a little extra to freeze and enjoy in the new year whenever a craving strikes. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/chinese-pork-chive-dumpling-recipe/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD ## [Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup](https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Hong-Shao-Niu-Rou-Mian-Taiwanese-Beef-Noodle-Soup/) ![Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup (Hong Shao Niu Rou Mian](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/12/03/HMH4STHMBCAYWE5GZ6NBXFC3E4-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Jenny Huang • Food Styling: Tyna Hoang Invite good health and longevity with steaming bowls of red-braised beef noodle soup enriched with soy sauce, ginger, and scallions. This recipe from a Taipei noodle shop calls for simmering the protein for a few hours, yielding fall-apart-tender meat. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Hong-Shao-Niu-Rou-Mian-Taiwanese-Beef-Noodle-Soup/) ## [Fish Sauce-Pickled Radishes](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/fish-sauce-pickled-radish-recipe/) ![Fish Sauce-Pickled Radishes](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2022/01/29/pickled-radishes-saveur-vietnamese-lunar-new-year-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard ADVERTISEMENTAD AD For special occasions like the new year, Vietnamese families often pickle radishes in nước chấm rather than the usual brine. The flavorful liquid imparts a depth of flavor that cuts through the richness of opulent celebratory dishes. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/fish-sauce-pickled-radish-recipe/) ## [Pineapple Tarts](https://www.saveur.com/story/recipes/lunar-new-year-pineapple-tart-cookie/) ![Pineapple Tarts](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2021/02/pineapple_tarts_4x5.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Yi Jun Loh Food blogger [Yi Jun Loh](https://www.saveur.com/authors/yi-jun-loh/)’s pineapple tart recipe transforms the tropical fruit into a spiced, marmalade-esque filling, then encases the jammy mixture in rich, buttery pastry. The two-bite delights—popular in Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia when the Lunar New Year rolls around—are perfect for hosting, gifting, and snacking. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/story/recipes/lunar-new-year-pineapple-tart-cookie/) ## [Thit Kho (Vietnamese Braised Pork Belly with Eggs)](https://www.saveur.com/braised-caramelized-vietnamese-coco-pork-belly-thit-kho-recipe/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD ![thit kho ](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/03/18/WVMOOAWVQ5HGIZC2DO2YT6D7QQ-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Allie Wist This hearty dish of caramelized, melt-in-your-mouth pork belly gets its irresistible savoriness from fish sauce and Coco Rico, a mild, coconut-flavored soda from Puerto Rico that’s common in Vietnamese cooking. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/braised-caramelized-vietnamese-coco-pork-belly-thit-kho-recipe/) ## [Chinese Lion’s Head Meatballs](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/chinese-lions-head-meatballs-recipe/) ![Lion Head Meatballs](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2022/11/09/saveur-peter-som-lion-head-meatballs.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Peter Som Named for their impressive size, these juicy Chinese meatballs make a show-stopping addition to any festive feast. The trick to achieving their signature tender, bouncy texture? Stirring the pork mixture for at least five minutes, to thoroughly distribute fat and flavor. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/chinese-lions-head-meatballs-recipe/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD ## [Spicy Beef Potstickers](https://www.saveur.com/spicy-beef-dumpling-recipe/) ![pan-fried spicy beef dumplings](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2017/01/110416_SAV-Dmplngs_Pancake-201_2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Heami Lee Enhance ground beef with chili oil for a spicy take on a Lunar New Year classic. These pan-fried dumplings are a beaut: a flour-vinegar slurry added near the end of the frying process creates a beautifully crispy “skirt” that holds the potstickers together. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/spicy-beef-dumpling-recipe/) ## [Tian Tian Chao Mian (Chinese Everyday Fried Noodles)](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/everyday-fried-noodles-recipe/) ![Everyday Stir Fried Noodles Recipe](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2011/02/17/Everyday-stir-fried-noodles-recipe-belle-morizio.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Belle Morizio • Food Styling: Victoria Granof • Prop Styling: Dayna Seman ADVERTISEMENTAD AD This stir-fried recipe calls for layering ingredients like dark soy sauce and sugar to concoct a concentrated, salty-sweet sauce that clings beautifully to noodles. Fresh mix-ins like cucumber and carrot add cheery color and satisfying crunch. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/everyday-fried-noodles-recipe/) ## [Hong Shao Rou (Chinese Red-Braised Pork Belly with Eggs)](https://www.saveur.com/chinese-red-braised-pork-belly-recipe/) ![Pork Belly](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/01/28/TWTJ6FYXVA4IXD7L6TGYHJWSFA-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Yuki Sugiura Red-braised pork belly is homestyle Chinese comfort food, with two types of soy sauce and a touch of sugar giving the beloved dish its signature glossiness and deep red-brown hue. In this version from cookbook author [Fuchsia Dunlop](https://www.saveur.com/authors/fuchsia-dunlop/), boiled eggs make the ideal vehicle for soaking up the savory sauce. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/chinese-red-braised-pork-belly-recipe/) ## [Beef Rendang](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/beef-rendang/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD ![Indonesia-Beef-Rendeng](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2014/07/13/Beef-Rendeng-James-Oseland-768x1024.jpeg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Maura McEvoy A stick-to-your-ribs Indonesian staple, this succulent number calls for slowly simmering beef in a rich coconutty sauce seasoned with aromatic lemongrass and makrut lime leaves. Serve it alongside steamed white rice to absorb the velvety gravy. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/beef-rendang/) ## [Bò Kho (Vietnamese-Style Beef Stew with Lemongrass, Ginger, and Garlic)](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/bo-kho-recipe/) ![Bo Kho Recipe Vietnamese Beef Stew](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2022/01/26/bo-kho-recipe-saveur-kate-berry-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard Tender short ribs and collagen-rich oxtail form the bedrock of this beefy, herbaceous Vietnamese stew. Fistfuls of cilantro and Thai basil enhance the dish with grassy aroma and brightness, while red onions and scallions add a peppery punch. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/bo-kho-recipe/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD ## [Galbi Jjim (Braised Short Ribs](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/galbi-jjim-recipe/)) ![Korean Thanksgiving Galbi Jjim Recipe](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2021/11/10/Braised-short-ribs-korean-thanksgiving-saveur-paola-murray-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Paola + Murray • Food Styling: Simon Andrews • Prop Styling: Sophie Strangio Sohui Kim, chef of Brooklyn restaurant [Gage & Tollner](https://www.gageandtollner.com/), weaves a thread of French technique into her Korean galbi jjim recipe: she incorporates both red wine and soy sauce into the braise for extra depth of flavor and East-meets-West oomph. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/galbi-jjim-recipe/) ## [Sliced Pork Belly with Garlic Sauce](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/sliced-pork-in-garlic-sauce/) ![Taiwanese Garlic Sliced Pork](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2021/01/Garlic-Sliced-Pork_4x5-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Yen Wei and Ryan Chen (Courtesy Simon Element) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD Dress tender poached pork belly with garlic, chili oil, and Taiwanese soy paste for a delicately salty-sweet dish straight from the island’s vibrant beer halls. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/sliced-pork-in-garlic-sauce/) ## [Braised Winter Squash with Fermented Black Beans](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/braised-winter-squash-fermented-black-beans/) ![Braised Winter Squash Recipe](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2022/11/10/00-LEAD-braised-winter-squash_2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Hannah Che (Courtesy Clarkson Potter) Reprinted with permission from The Vegan Chinese Kitchen by Hannah Che copyright © 2022. Photographs by Hannah Che. Published by Clarkson Potter, a division of Penguin Random House, LLC. Any feast full of rich fare needs some lighter options in the lineup for balance—like this flavorful, winter-friendly option from cookbook author [Hannah Che](https://www.saveur.com/culture/hannah-che-vegan-chinese-kitchen-q-and-a/). Her recipe utilizes the Chinese smother-braising technique—similar to red-braising—to soften squash to a luxuriously buttery texture. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/braised-winter-squash-fermented-black-beans/) ## [Whole Grilled Fish with Vietnamese Peanut Pesto](https://www.saveur.com/whole-grilled-fish-with-vietnamese-peanut-pesto/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD ![Whole Grilled Fish with Vietnamese Peanut Pesto](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/03/04/SD6GNMTK2VBNLA7AQRV3SH5GMU-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Matt Taylor-Gross For a whole-fish presentation with rich, nutty flavor and smoky flair, try this grilled, Vietnamese-inspired version from Houston chef [Chris Shepherd](https://www.saveur.com/chris-shepherd-houston-cookout/). The peanut pesto smearing the fish hits all the flavor notes: umami from the fish sauce, caramelly sweetness from the brown sugar, and brightness from the lime juice. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/whole-grilled-fish-with-vietnamese-peanut-pesto/) ## [Stir-Fried Choy Sum with Garlic Sauce](https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Asian-Greens-with-Garlic-Sauce/) ![Asian Greens with Garlic Sauce](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/03/18/VP6A776UMYCW64VAF4VUNWUEAY.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Farideh Sadeghin It takes just five minutes to turn choy sum (or any other leafy green, like baby bok choy) into a garlicky, show-stealing side. Slightly bitter vegetables beautifully counterbalance any heartier dishes that might be on your banquet table. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Asian-Greens-with-Garlic-Sauce/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD ## [Nian Gao (Chinese Sticky Rice Cake)](https://www.saveur.com/sticky-rice-almond-cake-nian-gao-recipe/) ![Nian Gao for Chinese New Year Recipes](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/02/08/JS2OQG7BWJ5MCSM2ZDGPWXHGLM-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Matt Taylor-Gross Steamed sweet rice dough flavored with brown sugar and almond extract makes a luck-filled Chinese Lunar New Year treat (nian gao is a homophone for “higher every year”). A sprinkling of toasted sesame seeds and an optional smattering of red dates elevates the treat to show-stopper territory. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/sticky-rice-almond-cake-nian-gao-recipe/) ## [Chinese Salt-Baked Chicken with Congee and Pickled Mustard Greens](https://www.saveur.com/salt-baked-chicken-recipe/) ![Salt-Baked Chicken with Congee and Pickled Mustard Greens](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/03/18/ELAXHL5MHJRAJFIOHZNHS4TR6M-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Jason Lang ADVERTISEMENTAD AD A whole chicken represents prosperity, so make this oven-baked Hainan-style version that calls for coating a bird generously in salt—resulting in even cooking and extra-moist meat. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/salt-baked-chicken-recipe/) ## [Whole Steamed Fish with Tangerine Peel and Fennel](https://www.saveur.com/steamed-whole-fish-dried-tangerine-peel-fennel-recipe/) ![steamed whole fish](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/03/18/U7KXFPU5RG7LRMIG3565AZLAFQ-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Katherine Whittaker Bright citrus and peppery fennel enliven flaky steamed fish in this elegant banquet-table centerpiece. Follow Chinese tradition and save some leftovers for the following day as a symbol of bringing surplus into the new year. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/steamed-whole-fish-dried-tangerine-peel-fennel-recipe/) ## [Japchae (Stir-Fried Glass Noodles)](https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Chap-Chae/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD ![Korean Noodles with Beef and Vegetables (Chap Chae)](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/03/18/WKVMC7YOQBJ6YR4AZ3RMKGHWXQ.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Penny De Los Santos Toss slippery sweet potato noodles with soy sauce, crunchy veg, and tender, juicy beef to make this crowd-pleasing Korean party dish. At any celebration of Seollal (as Lunar New Year is called in Korea), a heaping bowl is bound to be on the table. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Chap-Chae/) ## [Lo Bak Go (Pan-Fried Turnip Cake)](https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Luo-Go-Bao/) ![Daikon Cake with Garlic Hoisin Sauce (Luo Go Bao)](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/03/18/APBWVNERHPLGWYKCUBEHOK2VBI-e1643237726431-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Todd Coleman Rice flour and grated daikon studded with lap cheong sausages are a perennially popular dim-sum order, and they make a welcome addition to any holiday feast. Serve the crisp-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside snack with spicy hoisin sauce for a fiery kick. 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Readable Markdown	Around the world, the celebratory dishes atop Lunar New Year feast tables are as symbolic as they are sumptuous. Long noodles signify longevity, chewy rice balls stuffed with sugary paste represent sweetness, and whole fish foreshadows abundance in the year ahead. Though often called Chinese New Year for its connection to the Chinese lunisolar calendar, Lunar New Year is a lively, joy-filled celebration across much of Asia, including Korea, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia. This year, ring in the Year of the Horse with a spread of global dishes—from crackly chả giò and chewy tteokguk, to fluffy fa gao and flaky pineapple tarts—to usher in prosperity and good fortune in the year ahead. [![Cha Ye Dan (Tea Eggs)](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2014/10/Photo_-Murray-Hall-_-Food-Styling_-Thu-Buser_241209-murrayhall-saveur-07-cha-ye-dan-019-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/chinese-tea-eggs/) ![Cha Ye Dan (Tea Eggs)](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2014/10/Photo_-Murray-Hall-_-Food-Styling_-Thu-Buser_241209-murrayhall-saveur-07-cha-ye-dan-019-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Thu Buser While these tea-stained eggs are enjoyed as an everyday breakfast or snack in China and Taiwan, they also make an eye-catching and delectable addition to any Lunar New Year table. The fragrant marinade of soy sauce, star anise, and cinnamon infuses the yolks with a satisfying salty-sweet flavor and gives the whites an antique, marbled appearance. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/chinese-tea-eggs/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD [![Ba Bao Fan (Eight Treasure Rice Cake)](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2024/12/Photo_-Doaa-Elkady-_Food-Stylist-_Jason-Schreiber-_Prop-Stylist-Paige-Hicks_Babaofan-Cake-V2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440)](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/ba-bao-fan-eight-treasure-rice-cake/) ![Ba Bao Fan (Eight Treasure Rice Cake)](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2024/12/Photo_-Doaa-Elkady-_Food-Stylist-_Jason-Schreiber-_Prop-Stylist-Paige-Hicks_Babaofan-Cake-V2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Doaa Elkady • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Stylist: Paige Hicks It doesn’t get more festive than this showstopping ba bao fan, which translates to “eight treasures rice.” New York City pastry chef Natasha Pickowicz reimagines her mom’s recipe for the auspicious Chinese dessert, cooking the traditional glutinous sweet rice with dried hibiscus flowers (which tint the cake the loveliest shade of pale pink!), enriching the red bean filling with butter and five-spice powder, and lacquering the artful arrangement of dried fruits on top with a glistening syrup. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/ba-bao-fan-eight-treasure-rice-cake/) ![Shanghai Stir Fried Rice cakes](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2013/12/11-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-SHANGHAI-STIR-FRIED-RICECAKES-010-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) ![Shanghai Stir Fried Rice cakes](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2013/12/11-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-SHANGHAI-STIR-FRIED-RICECAKES-010-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Jessie YuChen In many cultures, rice cakes are symbolic of a prosperous new year, so all shapes and sizes show up at holiday gatherings. This enticing stir-fried version—a spin on a Shanghai classic—amps up the flavor with a dollop of doubanjiang, the Chinese fermented soybean paste. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/shanghai-stir-fry-rice-cake-recipe/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD ![Vietnamese Spring rolls](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2007/03/04-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-VIETNAMESE-SPRINGROLLS-023-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) ![Vietnamese Spring rolls](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2007/03/04-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-VIETNAMESE-SPRINGROLLS-023-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Kat Craddock At just about any festive occasion in [Vietnam](https://www.saveur.com/essential-vietnamese-recipes/), you can bet fried spring rolls will make an appearance on the feast table. Known regionally as chả giò or nem rán, the snack is best dipped into [nước chấm](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/classic-vietnamese-dipping-sauce/), the sweet-sour Vietnamese condiment. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/vietnamese-spring-rolls/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD ![](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2023/07/00-LEAD-Prosperity-Toss-by-Kimberly-Park-saveur.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) ![](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2023/07/00-LEAD-Prosperity-Toss-by-Kimberly-Park-saveur.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Kimberly Park Break out those chopsticks for a generous platter of yu sheng, or yee sang, aka prosperity toss salad. Make the recipe chef Alex Au-Yeung serves at [Phat Eatery](https://www.phateatery.com/) in [Katy, Texas](https://www.saveur.com/culture/houston-lunar-new-year/), then gather friends and family around the table to mix the Malaysian and Singaporean staple together. The higher it’s tossed, the more blessings the new year will bring. (See Au-Yeung make the dish [here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u27GcQE0Dqc).) [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/prosperity-toss-salad/) ![Tteokguk (Rice Cake Soup)](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2024/02/P6754-0113_tteokguk_4x5_final-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) ![Tteokguk (Rice Cake Soup)](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2024/02/P6754-0113_tteokguk_4x5_final-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Jinju Kang (Courtesy Phaidon) Jinju Kang Cook thin oval-shaped tteok, or rice cakes, in a savory anchovy broth to make what Junghyun Park and Jungyoon Choi call “one of the most significant dishes in Korean tradition.” Eaten on the first day of the new year as a tribute to ancestors, the soothing soup showcases tteok at their toothsome best. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/tteokguk-rice-cake-soup-recipe/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD ![Sesame Balls Recipe Lunar New Year](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2022/02/01/sesame-balls-recipe-lunar-new-year-cho-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) ![Sesame Balls Recipe Lunar New Year](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2022/02/01/sesame-balls-recipe-lunar-new-year-cho-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Mariana Velasquez • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard Crispy sweet rice balls filled with red bean paste and rolled in sesame seeds are a mainstay at Chinese bakeries and dim-sum restaurants, but they’re particularly auspicious as a Lunar New Year treat—round foods symbolize not only the moon, but also family togetherness. Cookbook author [Kristina Cho](https://www.saveur.com/food/kristina-cho-mooncakes-and-milk-bread/)’s recipe delivers a satisfying bite that’s crisp and crackly on the outside, and tender and chewy on the inside. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/fried-sesame-balls-recipe/) ![Lumpia Recipe Filipino Spring Rolls](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2016/07/31/Lumpia-recipe-filipino-spring-rolls-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) ![Lumpia Recipe Filipino Spring Rolls](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2016/07/31/Lumpia-recipe-filipino-spring-rolls-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Mariana Velasquez ADVERTISEMENTAD AD Crispy fried wrappers envelop a delectable pork filling in these Filipino spring rolls, a party favorite in the Philippines and among the diaspora. Chef [Dale Talde](https://www.saveur.com/dale-talde-filipino-chicago/) serves his version with sawsawan, a vinegar-and-soy-sauce mixture laced with raw garlic and fiery chiles. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/filipino-spring-rolls-lumpia-recipe/) ![Yuanxiao](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2011/01/07-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-YUANXIAO-010-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) ![Yuanxiao](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2011/01/07-240112-SAVEUR-MHALL-YUANXIAO-010-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Jessie YuChen Chewy dough encases a rich, earthy paste made from nuts and sesame seeds in this Chinese snack symbolizing family reunion. Families boil them to celebrate Yuanxiao Jie, also known as the Lantern Festival, which falls on the 15th day of the lunar month and marks the end of the two-week new-year festivities. Make this version from [Buwei Yang Chao’s 1945 cookbook](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0394717031?tag=actonxsaveur-20&asc_source=browser&asc_refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.saveur.com%2Ffood%2Flunar-new-year-recipes%2F&ascsubtag=0000SV0000056731O1024001220260413021302) to enjoy while admiring the full moon. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/yuanxiao-dumplings/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD ![Steamed Cupcake Recipe Fa Gao](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2022/02/01/Steamed-cupcake-recipe-lunar-new-year-cho-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Mariana Velasquez • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard Sometimes called prosperity cake, fa gao is a beloved Chinese Lunar New Year treat that’s extra pretty to boot. When steamed, the tops of the cakes blossom into a flower-like pattern. In this recipe from Kristina Cho, the cookbook author lets us in on her grandmother’s clever shortcut: Bisquick, which ensures perfectly split tops and a satisfyingly soft, fluffy texture. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/fa-gao-recipe/) ![boiled pork and chive dumplings](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/02/08/DFLHM5BEINUB2NJNNKH2VP2EEI-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Heami Lee Wrap, pleat, and boil a pot of dumplings—a symbol of wealth and prosperousness in China because of their resemblance to gold ingots—to invite good fortune in the year ahead. Pork and chives make a classic savory pairing, so fold a little extra to freeze and enjoy in the new year whenever a craving strikes. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/chinese-pork-chive-dumpling-recipe/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD ![Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup (Hong Shao Niu Rou Mian](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/12/03/HMH4STHMBCAYWE5GZ6NBXFC3E4-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Jenny Huang • Food Styling: Tyna Hoang Invite good health and longevity with steaming bowls of red-braised beef noodle soup enriched with soy sauce, ginger, and scallions. This recipe from a Taipei noodle shop calls for simmering the protein for a few hours, yielding fall-apart-tender meat. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Hong-Shao-Niu-Rou-Mian-Taiwanese-Beef-Noodle-Soup/) ![Fish Sauce-Pickled Radishes](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2022/01/29/pickled-radishes-saveur-vietnamese-lunar-new-year-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard ADVERTISEMENTAD AD For special occasions like the new year, Vietnamese families often pickle radishes in nước chấm rather than the usual brine. The flavorful liquid imparts a depth of flavor that cuts through the richness of opulent celebratory dishes. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/fish-sauce-pickled-radish-recipe/) ![Pineapple Tarts](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2021/02/pineapple_tarts_4x5.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Yi Jun Loh Food blogger [Yi Jun Loh](https://www.saveur.com/authors/yi-jun-loh/)’s pineapple tart recipe transforms the tropical fruit into a spiced, marmalade-esque filling, then encases the jammy mixture in rich, buttery pastry. The two-bite delights—popular in Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia when the Lunar New Year rolls around—are perfect for hosting, gifting, and snacking. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/story/recipes/lunar-new-year-pineapple-tart-cookie/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD ![thit kho ](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/03/18/WVMOOAWVQ5HGIZC2DO2YT6D7QQ-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Allie Wist This hearty dish of caramelized, melt-in-your-mouth pork belly gets its irresistible savoriness from fish sauce and Coco Rico, a mild, coconut-flavored soda from Puerto Rico that’s common in Vietnamese cooking. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/braised-caramelized-vietnamese-coco-pork-belly-thit-kho-recipe/) ![Lion Head Meatballs](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2022/11/09/saveur-peter-som-lion-head-meatballs.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Peter Som Named for their impressive size, these juicy Chinese meatballs make a show-stopping addition to any festive feast. The trick to achieving their signature tender, bouncy texture? Stirring the pork mixture for at least five minutes, to thoroughly distribute fat and flavor. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/chinese-lions-head-meatballs-recipe/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD ![pan-fried spicy beef dumplings](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2017/01/110416_SAV-Dmplngs_Pancake-201_2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Heami Lee Enhance ground beef with chili oil for a spicy take on a Lunar New Year classic. These pan-fried dumplings are a beaut: a flour-vinegar slurry added near the end of the frying process creates a beautifully crispy “skirt” that holds the potstickers together. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/spicy-beef-dumpling-recipe/) ![Everyday Stir Fried Noodles Recipe](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2011/02/17/Everyday-stir-fried-noodles-recipe-belle-morizio.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Belle Morizio • Food Styling: Victoria Granof • Prop Styling: Dayna Seman ADVERTISEMENTAD AD This stir-fried recipe calls for layering ingredients like dark soy sauce and sugar to concoct a concentrated, salty-sweet sauce that clings beautifully to noodles. Fresh mix-ins like cucumber and carrot add cheery color and satisfying crunch. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/everyday-fried-noodles-recipe/) ![Pork Belly](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/01/28/TWTJ6FYXVA4IXD7L6TGYHJWSFA-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Yuki Sugiura Red-braised pork belly is homestyle Chinese comfort food, with two types of soy sauce and a touch of sugar giving the beloved dish its signature glossiness and deep red-brown hue. In this version from cookbook author [Fuchsia Dunlop](https://www.saveur.com/authors/fuchsia-dunlop/), boiled eggs make the ideal vehicle for soaking up the savory sauce. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/chinese-red-braised-pork-belly-recipe/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD ![Indonesia-Beef-Rendeng](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2014/07/13/Beef-Rendeng-James-Oseland-768x1024.jpeg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Maura McEvoy A stick-to-your-ribs Indonesian staple, this succulent number calls for slowly simmering beef in a rich coconutty sauce seasoned with aromatic lemongrass and makrut lime leaves. Serve it alongside steamed white rice to absorb the velvety gravy. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/beef-rendang/) ![Bo Kho Recipe Vietnamese Beef Stew](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2022/01/26/bo-kho-recipe-saveur-kate-berry-linda-pugliese-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Linda Pugliese • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber • Prop Styling: Elvis Maynard Tender short ribs and collagen-rich oxtail form the bedrock of this beefy, herbaceous Vietnamese stew. Fistfuls of cilantro and Thai basil enhance the dish with grassy aroma and brightness, while red onions and scallions add a peppery punch. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/bo-kho-recipe/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD ![Korean Thanksgiving Galbi Jjim Recipe](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2021/11/10/Braised-short-ribs-korean-thanksgiving-saveur-paola-murray-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Photo: Paola + Murray • Food Styling: Simon Andrews • Prop Styling: Sophie Strangio Sohui Kim, chef of Brooklyn restaurant [Gage & Tollner](https://www.gageandtollner.com/), weaves a thread of French technique into her Korean galbi jjim recipe: she incorporates both red wine and soy sauce into the braise for extra depth of flavor and East-meets-West oomph. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/galbi-jjim-recipe/) ![Taiwanese Garlic Sliced Pork](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2021/01/Garlic-Sliced-Pork_4x5-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Yen Wei and Ryan Chen (Courtesy Simon Element) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD Dress tender poached pork belly with garlic, chili oil, and Taiwanese soy paste for a delicately salty-sweet dish straight from the island’s vibrant beer halls. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/sliced-pork-in-garlic-sauce/) ![Braised Winter Squash Recipe](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2022/11/10/00-LEAD-braised-winter-squash_2-scaled.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Hannah Che (Courtesy Clarkson Potter) Reprinted with permission from The Vegan Chinese Kitchen by Hannah Che copyright © 2022. Photographs by Hannah Che. Published by Clarkson Potter, a division of Penguin Random House, LLC. Any feast full of rich fare needs some lighter options in the lineup for balance—like this flavorful, winter-friendly option from cookbook author [Hannah Che](https://www.saveur.com/culture/hannah-che-vegan-chinese-kitchen-q-and-a/). Her recipe utilizes the Chinese smother-braising technique—similar to red-braising—to soften squash to a luxuriously buttery texture. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/recipes/braised-winter-squash-fermented-black-beans/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD ![Whole Grilled Fish with Vietnamese Peanut Pesto](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/03/04/SD6GNMTK2VBNLA7AQRV3SH5GMU-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Matt Taylor-Gross For a whole-fish presentation with rich, nutty flavor and smoky flair, try this grilled, Vietnamese-inspired version from Houston chef [Chris Shepherd](https://www.saveur.com/chris-shepherd-houston-cookout/). The peanut pesto smearing the fish hits all the flavor notes: umami from the fish sauce, caramelly sweetness from the brown sugar, and brightness from the lime juice. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/whole-grilled-fish-with-vietnamese-peanut-pesto/) ![Asian Greens with Garlic Sauce](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/03/18/VP6A776UMYCW64VAF4VUNWUEAY.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Farideh Sadeghin It takes just five minutes to turn choy sum (or any other leafy green, like baby bok choy) into a garlicky, show-stealing side. Slightly bitter vegetables beautifully counterbalance any heartier dishes that might be on your banquet table. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Asian-Greens-with-Garlic-Sauce/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD ![Nian Gao for Chinese New Year Recipes](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/02/08/JS2OQG7BWJ5MCSM2ZDGPWXHGLM-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Matt Taylor-Gross Steamed sweet rice dough flavored with brown sugar and almond extract makes a luck-filled Chinese Lunar New Year treat (nian gao is a homophone for “higher every year”). A sprinkling of toasted sesame seeds and an optional smattering of red dates elevates the treat to show-stopper territory. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/sticky-rice-almond-cake-nian-gao-recipe/) ![Salt-Baked Chicken with Congee and Pickled Mustard Greens](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/03/18/ELAXHL5MHJRAJFIOHZNHS4TR6M-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Jason Lang ADVERTISEMENTAD AD A whole chicken represents prosperity, so make this oven-baked Hainan-style version that calls for coating a bird generously in salt—resulting in even cooking and extra-moist meat. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/salt-baked-chicken-recipe/) ![steamed whole fish](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/03/18/U7KXFPU5RG7LRMIG3565AZLAFQ-1024x768.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Katherine Whittaker Bright citrus and peppery fennel enliven flaky steamed fish in this elegant banquet-table centerpiece. Follow Chinese tradition and save some leftovers for the following day as a symbol of bringing surplus into the new year. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/steamed-whole-fish-dried-tangerine-peel-fennel-recipe/) ADVERTISEMENTAD AD ![Korean Noodles with Beef and Vegetables (Chap Chae)](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/03/18/WKVMC7YOQBJ6YR4AZ3RMKGHWXQ.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Penny De Los Santos Toss slippery sweet potato noodles with soy sauce, crunchy veg, and tender, juicy beef to make this crowd-pleasing Korean party dish. At any celebration of Seollal (as Lunar New Year is called in Korea), a heaping bowl is bound to be on the table. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Chap-Chae/) ![Daikon Cake with Garlic Hoisin Sauce (Luo Go Bao)](https://www.saveur.com/uploads/2019/03/18/APBWVNERHPLGWYKCUBEHOK2VBI-e1643237726431-1024x683.jpg?format=auto&optimize=high&width=1440) Todd Coleman Rice flour and grated daikon studded with lap cheong sausages are a perennially popular dim-sum order, and they make a welcome addition to any holiday feast. Serve the crisp-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside snack with spicy hoisin sauce for a fiery kick. [Get the recipe \>](https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Luo-Go-Bao/)
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