Simple Chinese New Year {Thai Kitchen and Simply Asia}

Did you know there is another way to celebrate the New Year? Nope, we aren't going back to Times Square to watch the ball drop again. I'm talking about The Chinese New Year!

The traditional 15-day celebration kicked off February 10th, and what better way to enjoy the party than with some delicious new dishes using products from Thai Kitchen and Simply Asia?

At Thai Kitchen and Simply Asia, they have made your favorite Asian flavors available to enjoy anytime and anywhere. From noodles to sauces and seasonings, coconut milk to fish sauce, their premium products deliver restaurant-quality Asian cuisine in minutes. The ingredients and recipes offer simple solutions to spice up any celebration - and what better time to “thai” new dishes than Chinese New Year? It is a perfect reason to gather a group of friends and try tasty Asian cuisine. From mild to spicy, appetizers to dessert, Thai Kitchen and Simply Asia have something for every taste bud, sure to please even the most discerning palates.

The aromatic essences. The exotic flavors. The abundant texture. There’s no culinary experience that compares to Asian cuisine – whether you’re preparing a meal for the whole family or looking for a quick snack, we’re here to bring the adventure to your kitchen.


Thai Kitchen and Simply Asia offer a complete line of Asian ingredients and convenience items, including sauces, curry pastes, rice noodles, fish sauce, coconut milk, noodle bowls, and more. Most items are free of gluten, artificial colors/flavors and MSG – more reason to celebrate a New Year, and new you! Their ingredients and recipes offer simple solutions to spice up any celebration, or weeknight supper!

Need some inspiration? Check out these ideas from the experts themselves:

For entertaining, why not try a Satay Partay - a delicious chicken dish featuring Thai Kitchen'sCoconut Milk, Premium Fish Sauce, Red Curry Paste, Lemongrass and Peanut Satay Sauce.

Or, add a little zing to traditional party favorites with Thai Kitchen dipping sauces. Our Spicy Thai Mango dipping sauce puts a fruity twist on traditional spring rolls in this Zing Rolls recipe featuring Thai Kitchen's Red Rice Noodles.

Whether entertaining a crowd or an everyday dinner with the family, Simply Asia Stir-Fry Sauces are the perfect way to create Real Asia, Real Fast at home. Try our mild, flavorful General Tsao Stir-Fry Sauce in Restaurant Style General Tsao Chicken or General Tsao's Meatballs. Fans of ginger will enjoy the flavor our Ginger Teriyaki Stir-Fry Sauce brings to these Ginger Teriyaki Lettuce Wraps. Looking for a little more heat? Serve up these "Kung Wow" chicken wings with our Thai Kitchen Kung Pao Stir-Fry Sauce.

I love the fact their products help me bring some Asian flare into my kitchen with ease and convenience, making an unique dinner experience achievable after a busy day. This stir fry is both tasty and simple, making it a great Monday through Friday supper...you don't have to wait for a party! I served it over their Jasmine Rice for a complete dish full of fresh veggies and fantastic flavor.

Chicken and Vegetable Stir Fry From Thai Kitchen
1 lb. chicken tenders, cut into thin strips
3 c. assorted cut up vegetables (I used broccoli florets, snow peas, 1 red pepper, 2 carrots and 3 green onions)
2 TBS vegetable oil
4 tsp. cornstarch
2 TBS soy sauce
1 c. water
2 TBS Simply Asia Sweet Ginger and Garlic Seasoning

Mix water, soy sauce, cornstarch and seasoning in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside. Heat one TBS oil in large nonstick skillet on medium high heat. Add vegetables. Stir fry for 3 minutes. Remove from skillet. Heat remaining one TBS oil in skillet. Add chicken. Stir fry 5 minutes or until cooked through. Return veggies to skillet. Stir sauce mixture. Add to skillet. Stirring constantly, bring to a boil on medium heat. Boil 1 minute until sauce is slightly thickened. Serve over rice if desired. 

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