6 Chinese Fusion Pumpkin Recipes to Try This Thanksgiving

For anyone who loves all things steamed, steamed pumpkin muffins (蒸金瓜发糕 zhēng jīnguā fāgāo) are sweet, light, and fluffy muffins that will definitely satisfy your breakfast, dessert, or snack time needs. They resemble 发糕 fāgāo, Chinese steamed rice flour cakes, which have a “smiling” appearance thanks to the way the cakes rise. For that reason, it is believed that they bring happiness, luck, and prosperity. To access the recipe, scan this QR code:

Rice pancake fans will love the simple pumpkin sweet rice pancakes (南瓜軟餅 nánguā ruǎn bǐng) because it has a pumpkin twist, making the perfect delicate and delicious snack or dessert. To access the recipe, scan this QR code:

These buns are particularly popular across China and serve as that final filling food to push you over into hibernation. However, instead of using pork or vegetables, you can fill these with any sweet paste you want. To access the recipe, scan this QR code:

These pumpkin cakes are a local delicacy in Southern China, and may thus not be known throughout all of the Middle Kingdom. This tried and tested family pumpkin recipe makes for a slightly tedious process but the results are worth it. If you are an experienced chef or want a challenge, we recommend opting to try and make this mouthwatering savory pumpkin cake this Thanksgiving. To access the recipe, scan this QR code:

Not a fan of sweets? Try this simple savory dish instead, which combines classic elements with delicious and nutritious chunks of pumpkin. If you are a beginner and want to learn the basics of stir-frying, we recommend giving this recipe a go. To access the recipe, scan this QR code:

Another quick and easy stir fry dish for you to try. All you need is some ginger, meat, shrimp, pumpkins, other spices, and your wok, making the perfect dish for a healthy balance of meat and vegetables. Enjoy this dish with some steamed rice on the side for a satisfying meal to see you through winter. To access the recipe, scan this QR code: