The amount of sauce in the recipe will serve eight to 10 ... colour – almost black – from the use of black bean paste, instead of the Chinese soybean or broad bean paste.

If the idea of rustling up these recipes isn't enough to tempt you into adding black sesame paste to your pantry, we don't ...

Briefly rinse the black beans with water, then drain them and put them in a bowl with 30ml (2tbsp) of hot water. Soak for about 15 minutes, then mash them with a fork and mix in the rice wine.

Enjoy a delicious meal as you celebrate Lunar New Year with this mix of authentic and Chinese-inspired noodle recipes, which ...

In the background, a special paste of fermented fava beans mixed with red Sichuan ... While there are various brands selling Chinese soy sauce, black vinegar, Chinese cooking wine and sugar ...

An authentic version of the classic beef in black bean sauce from Jeremy Pang. This recipe uses feremented ... Combine the sesame oil, sugar, Chinese five-spice powder, soy sauce and cornflour ...

TV chef Dean Edwards, known for his regular appearances on ITV's Lorraine, has introduced a delicious alternative to the classic Chinese ... and ginger paste. - 2 tbsp black bean paste.