My Students' Favorite Chinese Recipes (Updated Edition) [Paperback]

Norma Chang (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 2001

** A collection of classroom-tested, user-friendly, popular Chinese recipes.
** Each section has a content page with cross-reference guides for related recipes located in other sections of the book.
** Unique layout speeds preparation.
** Grouping of ingredients make recipes easy-to-execute.
** Practical Variations encourage users to be creative and to make changes to accommodate individual tastes and needs.
** List of Ingredients in both English and Chinese for shopping convenience.
** Detailed and informative Glossary of Ingredients.
** Kitchen Hints, Do-Ahead Instructions and Time-saving Tips sprinkled throughout the book.

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

Students' comments.

"Norma Chang makes cooking fun! Her recipes are clearly written and easy to follow. She encourages her students to experiment and enjoy Chinese cooking. I know you will relish all her helpful hints and culinary tidbits. If you need just one good Chinese Cookbook, this is the one!"

"We know you will enjoy reading Norma's cookbook with simply, easy-to-understand and delicious Chinese recipes - traditional and her own new ideas - which we have prepared in her classes.

Norma has included helpful cooking techniques and do-ahead instructions for various dishes to assist everyone in preparing either a smiple dish or various dishes for a dinner party. Her Chinese recipes are nutritious also and will improve your health and cooking style when you try our favorite recipes in this book."

"Norma's recipes are the PERFECT way to introduce your family to new and refreshing tastes in Chinese cuisine. She has created some delectable and unique tofu combinations, which can be found in her cookbook that will definitely please your palate. Enjoy the book! Share the experience with your family and friends and step into the world of Chinese gourmet cooking." --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Norma Chang presents demonstrations and workshops on Chinese cuisine and cluture to audiences at libraries, schools and at various community organizations and business. She is also the author/publisher of "Wokking Your Way to Low Fat Cooking".

Norma Chang is also a master gardener specializing in Asian vegetables.

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Travelling Gourmet; Updated ed edition (August 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0961875941
• ISBN-13: 978-0961875947
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6.8 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,305,084 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars No better introduction to Chinese cooking., October 23, 1999

By 

Robert Short (Poughkeepsie, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: My Students' Favorite Chinese Recipes (Plastic Comb)

One beautiful thing about this book is that by stocking up with a few staples of the Chinese kitchen, beginners can easily prepare dozens of delicious, crowd pleasing dishes and meals. Once these staples are on hand, shopping for and preparing meals is a snap. I have owned a wok for over ten years, and this book inspired me to use it on a regular basis. Thank you Norma!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Helps even the cullinarily challenged make delicious food!, October 31, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: My Students' Favorite Chinese Recipes (Plastic Comb)

Before I got my hands on this book, I was convinced that I could not cook. Norma's directions are straightforward, her prep suggestions cut your cooking time significantly and her tips ensure success. I look forward to making these delicious dishes and sharing them with friends and family (to rave reviews from both). I would also recommend this book to anyone who loves Chinese food as it will help you recreate the real deal at home. Stop wasting your money on take out! Norma can help you make it at home.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A fan of Norma's book for years!, January 3, 2004

By 

"thegazan" (Somerville, MA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: My Students' Favorite Chinese Recipes (Updated Edition) (Paperback)

I bought Norma's first book (My Students' FAVORITE Chinese Recipes) on a whim while killing some time at a book store. I didn't think much of it until one day when I felt inspired to make some Chinese food. The book was well organized and her instructions are straight forward. I used that book for many years and it has become worse from wear as I consider it the foundation for most of my Chinese food cooking.

I just purchased the Updated Edition on Amazon.com and am looking forward to thumbing my way through it in the years to come. Keep them coming Norma!