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Photo by Annabelle Breakey; written by Amy Machnak

Brussels Sprouts and Shiitake Lo Mein

For a more surprising lo mein, use brussels sprouts instead of the typical bok choy or cabbage.

Recipe: Brussels Sprouts and Shiitake Lo Mein

Photo by Annabelle Breakey; written by Amy Machnak

Shanghai Buck Cocktail

This cocktail makes for an instant hit. Skip the rum, and you’ve got a good virgin option.

Recipe: Shanghai Buck Cocktail

Photo by Annabelle Breakey; written by Amy Machnak

New York Steak with Clamshell Mushrooms

Long, slender clamshell mushrooms have a great creamy texture, but if you can’t find them, use small cremini or chanterelles.

Recipe: New York Steak with Clamshell Mushrooms

Photo by Annabelle Breakey; written by Amy Machnak

Chinese Long Beans with XO Sauce

Cut the long beans for easy serving, or keep them whole to symbolize longevity.

Recipe: Chinese Long Beans with XO Sauce

Photo by Annabelle Breakey; written by Amy Machnak

Billy’s Vegan Egg Rolls

Billy deep-fries these, but at home it’s easier to brush them with oil and bake them until they’re crisp.

Recipe: Billy’s Vegan Egg Rolls

Photo by Annabelle Breakey; written by Amy Machnak

Chili Shrimp

Here, instead of deep-frying the shrimp, we’ve added puffed rice (less fat, but still crunchy). Need to feed more people? You can stretch this dish by adding any Asian-style slaw.

Recipe: Chili Shrimp

Modern Chinese tasting menu

Brussels Sprouts and Shiitake Lo Mein

Shanghai Buck Cocktail

New York Steak with Clamshell Mushrooms

Chinese Long Beans with XO Sauce

Billy’s Vegan Egg Rolls

Chili Shrimp