Stir-fry/Sauté

A collection of posts featuring Stir-fried/Sautéed dishes.

Noppakao in Munich: Exploring Its Hidden Menu and Authentic Thai Flavors

Noppakao is located a little bit away from Munich center. The name “Noppakao” reminds me of Thai words: “Na”, meaning rice field and “Pao/Khao”, meaning rice — together, it gives the image of simple, honest food rooted in everyday Thai life – a nod to the honest cooking you’ll find here. On warmer days, their […]

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Malatang (麻辣煮義): Munich’s Spicy Salvation

麻辣煮義 (Malazhuyi) is like a gateway to the fiery Sichuan in Munich. Its name is a pun that speaks both the “spicy way of cooking” (zhǔ yì 煮义) and “spicy ideas” (zhǔyì 主意). While many Sichuan spots in Munich offer Málàtàng (Sichuan-style hotpot-soup), finding authentic 麻辣香锅 (Málà Xiāngguō) is not as easy. And that’s true grail

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Restaurant Arisu: Munich’s Go-To for Korean Comfort and Fiery Thrills

Beyond the well-trodden path to Hanssam, Arisu is another go-to when we crave Korean food in Munich. Arisu has a simple and warm décor. There’s seating outside too, perfect when Munich blesses you with good weather. The owner is wonderfully friendly, whose care can be seen in every plate that leaves the kitchen. Although Arisu

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FAN Restaurant (范儿) – Nuanced Flavors, Stylish Take: A New Benchmark for Chinese Food in Munich

Anticipation buzzes when a notoriously hard-to-please friend leans in and says, “You have to try this place. It’s one of the best.” That was us, hearts pounding and stomachs ready, heading into Fan Restaurant (范儿) in Munich. This spot isn’t the realm of uniform, heavy sauces and one-note Sichuan fire you so often encounter in Chinese restaurants across Germany.

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BENTO YA: Munich’s Cozy Japanese Izakaya That Delivers on Flavor and Value

Located in Munich’s city center, BENTO YA is a Japanese izakaya that feels like cozy back-alley spot in Tokyo. Warm lighting, wooden décor, and soft noren (暖簾) curtains with traditional Japanese drawings set a relaxed dining vibe. The real magic here is the incredible value – the unassuming bento boxes, almost legendary for their quality

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Volcano Chicken & Healing Broths: Inside 89Anju, Munich’s Korean Gem

Back in Munich again—and this time, we discovered 89Anju, a trendy, authentic Korean eatery that instantly transports you to the bustling streets of Seoul. The vibe inside is electric, with exposed brick walls, sleek wooden accents, and pops of neon lights that give the space a cool, urban edge – like a stylish Seoul street

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XiangJu Restaurant(湘聚): The Fiery Taste of Hunan in Munich

Today, we’d like to recommend a Hunan restaurant in Munich, which literally all Hunan natives praise immensely – XiangJu Restaurant (湘聚).  Hunan food is famous for its bold, tongue-tingling heat, but here, the spice-averse can also find something mellower with European-friendly flair. In fact, regardless of spice tolerance or culinary preferences, there’re a few dishes

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China Restaurant Joy: From Suzhou’s Imperial Feasts to Yunnan’s Rich Broths and More

During a trip to Munich, we found an impressive restaurant that has incorporated an array of popular dishes from various regions, including some rarely found outside of China. Highlights include the visually striking and delicious Squirrel Fish from Suzhou and the comforting “Crossing the Bridge” noodles from Yunnan. China Restaurant Joy brings a taste of

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Dumpling Delights & Taiwanese Culinary Treasures in Munich

During a trip to Munich, a colleague and I decided to have dinner after work at Song’s Kitchen in Munich’s Marxvorstadt district. The restaurant specialises in Taiwanese cuisine and dumplings. As I had rarely been exposed to Taiwanese cuisine before, this was a good opportunity for me to broaden my culinary horizons. Taiwanese cuisine is

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