Eat your luck: 5 Foods that Welcome Wealth and Fortune
Chinese New Year is a time of joy, family, and delicious food. It’s a celebration steeped in tradition, and what better way to welcome blessings of prosperity, wealth, and happiness than through symbolic dishes? Each dish served during the festivities carries a deeper meaning, promising good fortune to all who partake.
Welcome 2025 with a bang and elevate your celebration with recipes from our Chinese New Year collection. Featuring flavourful dishes that symbolise wealth and fortune, these recipes are easy to prepare with Ajinomoto! Let’s explore the lucky foods and their significance!
- Chicken: A Symbol of Family Unity and Wholeness
Chicken signifies completeness and prosperity, making it an essential dish for the Chinese New Year table. Its presence ensures family unity, harmony, and strength throughout the year.
Make the best chicken dish for CNY with our Claypot Chicken with Fermented Beancurd! This hearty dish, seasoned with TUMIX® Chicken Stock combines rich, savoury flavours that bring out the essence of togetherness. The well-rounded taste will keep your family coming back for more, making it a must-have for your reunion dinner!
- Fish: A Token of Abundance and Surplus
In Chinese, the word for fish (鱼, yú) sounds like “surplus,” symbolising abundance in wealth and resources. Serving fish whole emphasises completeness and blessings for the year ahead.
Why not add a delicious twist to your classic fish dish? Try out our flavourful Pan-Fried Seabass Stewed with Lala Clams!
This elegant dish, enhanced with the umami goodness of AJI-NO-MOTO®, highlights the natural sweetness of seafood while delivering balance and richness. Even better – you’re getting savoury deliciousness with less sodium! Serve this to ensure a prosperous, healthier year for your loved ones.
- Prawns: Representing Happiness and Laughter
The word for prawns (‘Ha’) in Cantonese mimics the sound of laughter, making this ingredient synonymous with joy and a cheerful start to the new year. Prawns also symbolise vibrant energy and good fortune, so eat away!
Looking for an easy and delicious prawn recipe? Head over to our recipes and try making the Tiger Prawn Gula Melaka. This vibrant, festive dish exudes a harmonious combination of sweet and savoury with none of that hassle. Just season your dish with AJI-SHIO® for an extra oomph, ensuring a joyful and memorable bite.
- Steamboat: Togetherness and Sharing
Steamboat, also known as hotpot, is a quintessential symbol of unity and togetherness in Chinese culture. It’s a communal dish where family and friends gather to enjoy a variety of ingredients, from seafood to meat and fresh vegetables. The variety of ingredients cooked together in a pot of boiling broth symbolises abundance and prosperity.
If you’re a fan of hotpot, you have to try our unique Yin Yang Steamboat!
Hint: There’s salted egg soup in this one 😱. Curious? Follow this recipe and be wowed by the burst of flavour!
Create a flavourful base for your steamboat using our new Seri-Aji® Tomyam Paste or TUMIX® Chicken Stock. These products will take your broth to the next level, creating a comforting and delicious meal perfect for sharing.
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But wait – there’s more!
- Gyozas, the Ingots of Prosperity
Gyozas resemble ancient Chinese gold ingots, making them a powerful symbol of wealth and financial success during Chinese New Year.
Enjoy the juiciest, crispiest crunch with our “AJINOMOTO” Gyoza recipe! With no defrosting needed, it’s the quickest CNY dish you will ever make! Find out those 3 easy steps here. These juicy, crispy dumplings are the perfect addition to your feast, offering a convenient option.
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Bring wealth, happiness, and togetherness to your Chinese New Year feast with these symbolic dishes. Now you can serve meals that not only taste amazing but also bring blessings for the year ahead!
Explore our full range of CNY recipes and products here on Smart Cooking, and don’t forget to share the joy with family and friends. Let’s make this Chinese New Year unforgettable together!
