I always wondered how both of my parents knew how to cook so well. They know so many recipes it is ridiculous! Sometimes they get lazy and just steam vegetables or pan-fry junk together, but when they're feeling really lively they can put together great feasts! There are a lot of times where my parents make these delicious meals and I wish I knew how to make them. I'm trying to think of one they've taught me right now..
Well, I can't remember. They did teach me how to make Thai styled curry, which isn't Chinese, but it is a staple in my mom's cooking. I don't remember how to make it though. My dad also taught me how to marinade beef Chinese style. The technique was grueling. I never knew they put so much time and effort into JUST the beef. I really give high respects to what they create! This is why, when I came home this weekend, I knew I was going to be really excited for the meal after watching the film.
I never eat Chinese food during the week at school. I don't really know how to make it. Even if I did, we lack the ingredients and seasoning, so it would be really hard and not worth the time. Besides that, no one in my house really eats what is cooked, it is a rare occasion. I told my mom, "Mom, you have to make some Chinese food!" and so she did.
I decided to give her a helping hand on this though. Three dishes, believe it or not, is A LOT to make by yourself. All the prep work and all the cooking is very hard to do if you're doing it alone. It took both me and mom maybe an hour and a half to complete the whole dinner.
Steamed veggies, Mabo Tofu, Sweet and Sour Pork. The steamed veggies were just seasoned with salt, pepper, and smashed cloves of garlic.
This is Mabo Tofu. It's a special type of tofu dish. It is usually prepared spicy. Yum! It is my sisters favorite, but too bad she is in SD and can't enjoy it with us!
This was my mom's first try at making Sweet & Sour Pork. It turned out great. The sauce tasted sweet, and sour. Haha, perfect.
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