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chinese new year dinner

Chinese New Year Dinner: 7 Ways to Celebrate Togetherness


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Halal

Description

A festive and traditional Chinese New Year dinner that brings family together.


Ingredients

  • Whole fish – 1
  • Chicken – 1
  • Vegetable stir fry – 500g
  • Rice – 2 cups
  • Dumplings – 20 pieces
  • Spring rolls – 10 pieces
  • Sweet and sour sauce – 1 cup
  • Soy sauce – 1/2 cup
  • Ginger – 1 tablespoon
  • Garlic – 2 cloves

Instructions

  1. Prepare the fish by cleaning and seasoning it.
  2. Boil the chicken until fully cooked.
  3. Stir fry the vegetables with ginger and garlic.
  4. Cook rice according to package instructions.
  5. Steam dumplings until heated through.
  6. Fry spring rolls until golden brown.
  7. Serve fish, chicken, vegetables, rice, dumplings, and spring rolls on a large platter.
  8. Drizzle sweet and sour sauce over the fish.
  9. Offer soy sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

  • Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Prepare dumplings in advance for convenience.
  • Fish symbolizes abundance.
  • Chicken represents good fortune.
  • Share the meal with family and friends.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop and Steaming
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 80g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: chinese new year dinner, festive meal, family gathering