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February 14, 2026
Potstickers and sea bass with ginger and spring onions: Amy Poon’s recipes for lunar new year
See in the year of the fire horse with a duo of dishes packed full of flavour and symbolism
TL;DR
- Chinese New Year food symbolizes prosperity, luck, and family.
- Fish ('yu') sounds like 'surplus', symbolizing abundance.
- Dumplings are shaped like ancient Chinese money, representing wealth.
- Recipe for Steamed Sea Bass with Spring Onion and Ginger focuses on freshness and precise timing.
- Recipe for Chicken and Chinese Mushroom Potstickers includes a detailed method for making the filling and wrapping.
- Both dishes are intended to be shared and enjoyed during the festive period.
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