13 Christmas Day Chinese Food Recipes
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Chinese food on Christmas day is a tradition for many. But nobody likes spending a ton of money on food just to be hungry an hour after they’ve eaten. Takeout isn’t always the most filling, so instead, make your Chinese food at home. You can even make it a family event and get everyone in the kitchen to help. It’s a great way to make memories, and you’ll have a delicious meal to enjoy at the end of it all. Give one or all of these thirteen Christmas Day Chinese food recipes a try this season.
1. Vegetable Egg Foo Young
Vegetable egg foo young is an excellent meal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and it’s easy to make, too. This versatile dish is perfect for the beginning cook wanting to cook Chinese food at home. Fill it with your favorite meat and veggies, or use up what’s in the fridge and you’ll have a fantastic meal in no time.
2. Pork Fried Rice
Fried rice is a staple of Chinese cuisine and you can whip up a batch to go with any Chinese recipe as a side dish. Fried rice is an excellent way to use up any leftover rice or veggies that you might have in your fridge. Then simply stir fry them and your delicious Chinese dinner is ready.
3. Easy Orange Chicken
Easy orange chicken is the perfect Chinese dinner and this version is so much better for you than takeout. It doesn’t take long to make and it’s absolutely delicious. Serve it over a bed of rice and your Christmas Day Chinese dinner is ready.
4. Sesame Chicken
Sesame chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make meal at home. It won’t take long to whip up a batch in the kitchen and the results are amazing. Serve with rice or some stir-fried veggies for a complete meal.
5. Egg Roll In A Bowl
This egg roll in a bowl is a fantastic one-pot meal you can make on the stovetop or in an Instant Pot. It’s got protein, veggies, and lots of amazing Chinese flavors. It’s so easy to make, that you’ll be making it often.
6. Chinese Chicken Salad
This delicious Chinese chicken salad has got it all. Chicken, plenty of fresh veggies, flavor, and good-for-you, all-natural nutrients. Marinate your chicken overnight and you can have this fresh and flavorful salad on the table in no time. Leftovers make a fantastic lunch the next day too.
7. Kung Pao Chickpeas
Kung pao chickpeas are an excellent vegetarian dish for when you are craving Chinese for dinner. It’s packed with protein, fiber, and delicious flavors. You’ll love this delicious and hearty meal, especially when it’s ready in under 30 minutes.
8. Chinese Style Sheet Pan Cod
This Chinese-style sheet pan cod is a little sweet, and a little savory and it’s the perfect main dish for your Chinese Christmas dinner. It cooks in just 20 minutes, and you can prep and freeze it ahead of time too. It’s the perfect solution when a craving for Chinese food hits you out of nowhere. Serve with stir-fried veggies and rice for a complete dinner.
9. Kung Pao Chicken
You don’t have to go out for tasty kung pao chicken. You can make a delicious and healthier version at home. It’s easy to make with plenty of chicken, veggies, and delicious sauce. Serve this over rice and dinner is done.
10. Wok-Style Garlic Chicken & Carrots
Wok-style garlic chicken & carrots is a simple meal that you can have on the table in just 30 minutes. Just because it’s simple doesn’t mean it isn’t flavorful, it’s got a robust and savory flavor and the finished dish is quite hearty and filling. Serve it with brown rice for a delicious Chinese dinner everyone will love.
11. Chicken Stir Fry
Chicken stir fry is a quick and easy dish to make. This recipe is a great way to use up any leftovers from the fridge and end up with a fantastic new meal each and every time you make it. Use the veggies you have on hand and don’t fret if you are missing one. this meal will still be fantastic.
12. Asian Style Pork Chops
Asian-style pork chops are the perfect main dish for your Chinese Christmas meal. They have an amazing flavor and you can serve your favorite Chinese dishes as a side. These are baked in the oven for about 40 minutes, giving you plenty of time to complete the rest of your meal.
13. Spring Rolls
Spring rolls are not as hard to make as you might think as long as you have a little bit of patience. These delicious spring rolls are packed with veggies and mint and come with an amazing peanut sauce for dipping. You can make a meal out of spring rolls for yourself or serve them as an appetizer or side dish for a crowd.
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