The Year of the Horse<\/strong> 🐎 (马年) is fast approaching! In 2026, the Chinese Lunar New Year falls on Tuesday, February 17<\/strong>, and the celebration lasts at least 15 days. To help you prepare for celebratory meals, I’ve curated 30 popular recipes <\/strong>for this most important occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each recipe below includes detailed instructions, cooking tips and substitute ideas. Many of them come with tutorial videos. To ease the pressure on the day, I also provide make-ahead tips where possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For more inspiration, explore all 112 Chinese New Year Recipes<\/strong><\/a>, organized by category<\/li>\n\n\n\n
For help with menu design and planning, check out my guide on How to Nail a Multi-Dish Feast<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
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Chinese Dumplings<\/a><\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
An indispensable New Year dish for many Chinese families, dumplings taste wonderful when made from scratch. Check out the Dumpling Recipe Collection<\/a> or learn different aspects in detail:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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How to Make Dumpling Wrappers<\/a> From Scratch<\/li>\n\n\n\n
How to Make Great Dumpling Fillings<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Ten Ways to Fold Dumplings<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Cook Dumplings<\/a> in Three Ways: Boil, Pan-fry & Steam<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Six Dipping Sauce<\/a> for Dumplings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
🛎 Make ahead: <\/strong>Uncooked dumplings freeze well. Cook the usual way without defrosting.<\/p>\n\n\n
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