1st lesson free
Kathy's email address and phone number have been validated.
Kathy
- Rate $40
- Response 1h
-
Students1
Number of students Kathy has taught since their arrival at Superprof
Number of students Kathy has taught since their arrival at Superprof
$40/h
Contact
1st lesson free
- Asian cuisine
- Chinese Cooking
Over 20 years experience Chinese Chef and interpreter, successful Chinese Takeaway in Ireland
- Asian cuisine
- Chinese Cooking
Lesson location
Recommended
Kathy is a respected tutor in our community. They have been highly recommended for their commitment and the quality of their lessons — an excellent choice to progress with confidence.
About Kathy
"I will teach you everything about Chinese cooking, from your favorite curry sauce to the most challenging Chinese recipes. With my guidance, you can cook like a professional chef and impress your family and guests with delicious Chinese meals."
Happy Cooking
See more
About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
- Mandarin
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Mandarin
**Learn Chinese Cooking: From Simple Curry Sauces to Complex Dishes**
Welcome to the world of Chinese cooking! This comprehensive guide will teach you everything you need to know about Chinese cuisine, from your favorite curry sauces to the most intricate and challenging recipes. Whether you're cooking for your family or aiming to impress your guests like a professional chef, this guide will walk you through the process step by step.
**1. Getting Started: Understanding Chinese Cooking Principles**
Before diving into specific recipes, it's important to understand some basic principles of Chinese cooking:
- Balance of flavors: Chinese dishes often aim for a balance between sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and spicy flavors.
- The art of cutting: Proper knife skills are essential in Chinese cooking, as different cuts can affect the texture and cooking time of ingredients.
- Wok cooking: Many Chinese dishes are cooked in a wok, a versatile round-bottomed pan that allows for stir-frying, deep-frying, and steaming.
**2. Mastering the Basics: Essential Chinese Ingredients and Sauces**
To cook authentic Chinese dishes, you'll need to familiarize yourself with some key ingredients and sauces:
- Soy sauce: A staple in Chinese cooking, used for seasoning and adding color to dishes.
- Oyster sauce: A thick, savory sauce made from oyster extract, used to enhance the flavor of stir-fries and other dishes.
- Hoisin sauce: A sweet and spicy sauce made from soybean paste, garlic, and chili, often used as a glaze or dipping sauce.
- Curry sauce: A blend of spices, including turmeric, cumin, and coriander, commonly used in Chinese curry dishes.
**3. Tackling Chinese Recipes: From Simple to Complex**
Now that you have a basic understanding of Chinese cooking principles and ingredients, you can start exploring various recipes:
- **Easy recipes**: For beginners, start with simple dishes like egg fried rice, vegetable stir-fry, or Kung Pao chicken.
- **Intermediate recipes**: Once you're comfortable with the basics, try your hand at more challenging recipes, such as mapo tofu, wonton soup, or Chinese-style curry chicken.
- **Advanced recipes**: For those looking to impress with their Chinese cooking skills, tackle complex dishes like Peking duck, or hot pot.
**4. Presenting Your Dishes: Plating and Serving Tips**
To truly wow your family or guests, pay attention to presentation as well:
- Arrange dishes in a visually appealing manner, using garnishes like fresh herbs, chopped scallions, or sesame seeds.
- Serve dishes family-style, with shared plates and bowls that encourage conversation and interaction.
- Pair dishes with complementary sides, such as steamed rice, noodles, or stir-fried vegetables.
By following these guidelines and refining your skills with practice, you'll be well on your way to mastering the art of Chinese cooking and impressing your family and guests with your culinary prowess. Happy cooking!
See more
Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the teacher
2
I have known Kathy for many years now and in that time I have sampled many dishes both traditional and experimental. Every dish has been of the highest standard. I witnessed Kathy training another chef who has since gone on to open his own successful take away business. Kathy has a friendly demeanor which I believe helps her in her endeavours to ensure others succeed.
We love her food very much and learned from her a few dishes which carried an enjoyable experience for us. We appreciate her patience in teaching and professional chef skill. She can deliver her messages clearly even to some of my young adults.
View more recommendations
See more
Rates
Rate
- $40
Pack rates
- 5h: $199
- 10h: $398
Travel
- + $$15
free lessons
This first lesson offered with Kathy will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
online
- $34/h
Details
I am available to come to your home to provide lessons in the Donegal area.
Here are my pricing details: - **Hourly Rate**: €35 per hour - **Packages**: - 5 hours: €175 (save €10) - 10 hours: €350 (save €50) - **Webcam Lessons**: €30 per hour - **Travel Fee**: An additional €15 for travel. As a bonus, I offer a **free 1-hour lesson** to get started!
If you have any questions or would like to schedule a lesson, please feel free to reach out! -
Other tutors in Asian cuisine
Ayesha
Sargodha & online
- $13/h
Shubham
Whitefield & online
- $16/h
- 1st lesson free
Ahva
Portland & online
- $35/h
- 1st lesson free
Gihan
Bothell & online
- $25/h
- 1st lesson free
Lyba
Model City & online
- $25/h
- 1st lesson free
Shams Zerin
Katy & online
- $20/h
- 1st lesson free
Michael
Los Angeles & online
- $50/h
- 1st lesson free
Mia
Chicago & online
- $30/h
- 1st lesson free
Amanda
Daytona Beach & online
- $25/h
- 1st lesson free
Sora
Chesterfield Township & online
- $40/h
- 1st lesson free
Arzoo
Aiea & online
- $12/h
- 1st lesson free
Eddie B
London, United Kingdom & online
- $66/h
- 1st lesson free
Brandon
Ottawa & online
- $25/h
- 1st lesson free
Opal
Milford & online
- $30/h
- 1st lesson free
Athena
Chicago & online
- $24/h
- 1st lesson free
Katherine
Philadelphia & online
- $40/h
- 1st lesson free
Gurveen
Leander & online
- $15/h
- 1st lesson free
Sana
Luton, United Kingdom & online
- $20/h
Andrew
Winston-Salem & online
- $50/h
- 1st lesson free
Neal
Northbrook & online
- $100/h
- 1st lesson free
-
See Asian cuisine tutors
