Modern Chinese Tasting Menu

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

Recipe: Brussels Sprouts and Shiitake Lo Mein

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

Recipe: Shanghai Buck Cocktail

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

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

Recipe: Chinese Long Beans with XO Sauce

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

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