Friday nights used to be Chinese food takeout nights at my house, but the constant ordering was putting a dent in my food budget. Not wanting to give up my Chinese food favorites, I searched for simple Chinese food home-cooking recipes I could make and found these delicious recipes from some of my favorite food bloggers.
From copycat Chinese recipes to twists on classic Chinese food, these recipes are easy to make and can be on the table faster than waiting for takeout, not to mention a lot more budget-friendly. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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Chinese Food Home Cooking Recipes – 10 Easy Chinese Food Recipes to Make at Home
General Tsao’s Chicken Egg Rolls
Recipe by Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen
A mashup between egg rolls and General Tsao’s Chicken, these General Tsao’s Chicken Egg Rolls are the best of both worlds. They’re easy to make with only a few ingredients for a delicious twist on two Chinese food favorites.
Homemade Crispy Sesame Chicken
Recipe by Served From Scratch
Made with many ingredients you probably already have in your pantry, this homemade crispy sesame chicken is a quick and straightforward copycat recipe so that you can skip the takeout.
Vegetable Lo Mein
Recipe by Mary Ellen’s Cooking Creations
I have made Lo Mein several ways and enjoyed this recipe. I think this may be my new go-to sauce recipe for Lo Mein! We love spicy foods, so using Sriracha in the sauce made us both very happy.
Kung Pao Shrimp with Cashews
Recipe by Karen’s Kitchen Stories
Add a little spice to dinner time with chili garlic sauce, dried chiles de arbol, and Sichuan peppercorn powder found in this Kung Pao Shrimp with Cashews recipe. Ready in only 15 minutes, this dinner is quicker than take-out.
Steamed Chinese Dumplings
Recipe by West Via Midwest
These steamed Chinese Dumplings are the perfect Chinese food appetizer. Make them ahead, then steam them when it’s time to eat. Pair these dumplings with a sweet soy-based dipping sauce.
Spicy Peanut Butter Noodles
Recipe by Crumb Blog
A combination of colorful vegetables and contrasting textures, this Asian-inspired noodle dinner recipe is ready in a flash. Substitute the pork for tofu and omit the fish sauce to turn these spicy peanut butter noodles into a Vegan dish.
Pressure Cooker Honey Sesame Chicken
Recipe by Thrifty Jinxy
On the table in less than 20 minutes, easily prepare this Honey Sesame Chicken recipe in a pressure cooker for a delicious stir-fry style dinner.
Chinese Chicken with Black Pepper Sauce
Recipe by Palatable Pastime
You’ll think you’re at the Chinese buffet when you make this copycat recipe for Chinese Chicken with Black Pepper Sauce. It’s easy to make and ready in 25 minutes.
Chinese Orange Peel Chicken
Recipe by Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch
Better than what you’ll find at most Chinese restaurants, this Chinese Orange Peel Chicken recipe is full of flavor and crunchy texture for a yummy gluten-free meal.
Ginger Chicken Stir-Fry
Recipe by Veena Azmanov
This Ginger Chicken Stir-fry recipe combines crispy pan-fried chicken, the earthy flavor of ginger, and a sweet, tangy sauce for a quick and delicious dinner.
BONUS Recipe!
I just tried my friend Melissa’s Easy Weeknight Fried Rice recipe, and it is so good I wanted to share it with you, too.
Which Chinese food recipe will you be making at home? Please share them in the comments below!
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