Family celebration meal
If you’ve got little ones, planning a Chinese New Year feast at home allows you more control, and fun, than heading out. There are plenty of great Chinese New Year recipes that can be adapted to suit younger palates, and we’ve collected a few here to suggest a spread that the whole family can enjoy.
Tucked between soft pillowy buns, this version of the Kong Ba Pau trades fatty pork with a piece of tender chicken, making it healthier for children.
Sink your teeth into the crispy skin and be greeted by a burst of juicy filling. Get your kids involved in filling and wrapping these tasty morsels. After all, what’s Chinese New Year without some good ole’ family bonding?
Snow Fungus Soup
Ok, it sounds weird but trust us – it has a sweet flavour that appeals to kids! And we love it because it’s jam-packed with healthy goodies. Apparently it’s especially good for children with asthma, as it nourishes the lungs.
Marinated in a sauce packed with flavour, this simple recipe is great if you’re hoping to impress the family, while still meeting the approval of fussy little eaters. The glaze is delish!
These Chinese New Year appetisers are the perfect way to sneak in the veggies. Easy to make, children can put on their Masterchef hat and help out in making the rolls (so long as they don’t notice the greens)!
Sweet Sticky Rice Cake (Nian Gao)
Okay – this is a tough one to whip up but we assure you it’s worth it. This sweet cake, is a famous dish with which to celebrate Chinese New Year. You can either eat it on it’s own as a snack or fry it in egg batter and serve for breakfast!
Gong Xi Fa Cai!