I have a thing for Chinese sausage, those dried uncooked links that bring an irresistible sweet and savory punch to everything they touch. From pork and chicken to liver packed varieties, the flavor is just incredible. I’ve gathered 23 of my favorite Chinese sausage recipes and ideas, so grab a pack and let’s get cooking.
1. Cantonese Steamed Chicken with Lap Cheong Sausage
Here’s another gorgeous pairing of succulent chicken and smoky sausage, this time brightened with fragrant Shaoxing wine. You’ll blend the wine with soy sauce, sesame oil, white pepper, and cornflour, then coat the chicken and set it aside to marinate. It might not sound like a lot, but trust me, it delivers a serious wallop of flavor.
2. Chinese Sausage Fried Rice
This Chinese sausage fried rice is an explosion of flavors and textures, and it couldn’t be easier to pull off. You’ll sauté your veggies and aromatics, then toss in juicy slices of sausage.
The key secret: always use cooked, cold rice. Hot, freshly made rice will just turn to mush, and nobody wants that.
3. Chinese Sticky Rice
This Chinese sticky rice has quickly become my new favorite late night meal. Unlike regular fried rice, you need uncooked short grain glutinous rice here, also called sweet rice, which you can find at most Asian grocery stores.
The only catch is soaking it for a few hours before you start. But I promise, the end result is so worth it.
4. Instant Pot Chinese Sausage Rice
This Instant Pot sausage rice is deceptively easy and punches way above its weight in flavor. Sauces full of umami mingle with fragrant shiitake mushrooms and water chestnuts for a meal that tastes complex but is completely effortless to pull off. I love pairing it with roasted vegetables or a fresh garden salad for a complete dinner.
5. Lo Mein Noodles with Chinese Sausage and Gai Lan
Ready to seriously upgrade your at-home takeout game? This lo mein with Chinese sausage is where it’s at.
The slurpable noodles are tossed with crispy sausage and a sauce so full of umami you’ll be reaching for seconds before your first bowl is even empty. And the gai lan? Oh my, Chinese broccoli is an absolute standout here.
6. Chinese Sausage and Chicken in Soy Sauce
Savory sausage, juicy chicken, and a rich soy sauce all in one bowl? Yes, please!
This dish is meaty, salty, and packed with umami goodness. And those dried shiitake mushrooms bring a wonderful earthiness that’s so welcome in a quick, rich dinner like this.
7. Bo Bia
What could be better than crispy rice paper, amazing Chinese sausage, and creamy eggs coming together? This mouthwatering dish combines all those flavorful ingredients for an unforgettable taste experience. Bo Bia is the perfect anytime snack, whether you need a quick breakfast on the go or a satisfying appetizer to share with friends.
8. Easy Lap Cheong Omelette
This Chinese sausage omelette works beautifully for breakfast, brunch, or a speedy dinner. It’s hearty, loaded with protein, and ready on your plate in under 15 minutes, making it a busy weeknight lifesaver.
I love serving it with freshly toasted sourdough bread and a generous swipe of butter. Delish!
9. Aglio Olio Spaghetti with Chinese Sausage
Here’s another Italian-Chinese fusion that’s so tasty, everyone will be asking for seconds. The garlic-butter sauce is a lovely change from the usual salty dressings, and it plays deliciously against the sausage. Serve it with some green vegetables or a crisp salad on the side.
10. Chinese Sausage Fried Rice
Smoky sausage with sweet onions and soft white rice is exactly what you need after a long day. Enjoy it as is, crown it with a fried egg, or serve it alongside your favorite Chinese entree. There’s no wrong way to dig in.
11. Steamed Lap Cheong with Five Treasure Fried Rice
This is not your average bowl of fried rice. As the name suggests, it’s a treasure trove of tastes, textures, and colors. Between the lap cheong, eggs, juicy prawns, tender chicken, and cashews, it’s overflowing with nutrients and protein.
12. Char Kway Teow
Char kway teow is a beloved Southeast Asian recipe that’s a total flavor
13. Cantonese Pork Siu Mai with Chinese Sausages
What could possibly make a Chinese sausage dish even better? More pork, obviously!
These Cantonese style open dumplings are soft, meaty, and seasoned to the max. I love making a double or triple batch and freezing them for later, because they’re simply too good to miss.
14. Snow Peas with Chinese Sausage
This dish is simple but so delicious, bringing together the most interesting textures and flavors. Crisp, crunchy snow peas are fresh and lightly sweet, and I adore the bright pop of color they bring to the plate. Toss them with salty Chinese sausage, ginger, and garlic, and you’ve got a tasty dinner on the table in a flash.
15. Chinese Sausage and Rice with Sweet Soy Sauce
A handful of everyday ingredients turn into an extraordinary meal right here. The spicy sweet sausage, fluffy rice, and luscious sweet soy sauce create a marriage of flavors that’s truly remarkable.
Fragrant garlic and crispy shallots seal the deal beautifully. Honestly, the only thing that could make it better in my book is a runny fried egg right on top. Yum!
16. Chinese Sausage and Rice
This dish is pure comfort, a savory pairing that’s been loved for generations. The smoky richness of the sausage meets the nutty, tender cooked rice in a way that feels simple yet refined.
Every single bite is unforgettable. If you crave meals that feel special without a lot of fuss, this one’s got your name on it.
17. Cabbage, Mushroom, and Lap Cheong Stir Fry
If you’re looking for a delicious and unique spin on a classic stir fry, this recipe is calling your name. It’s super easy and mixes garlicky mushrooms with smoky lap cheong for a mouthwatering combination. Crispy cabbage rounds things out with a satisfying crunch, adding the most delightful texture to the mix.
18. Lap Cheong Brussels Sprouts
I’m a fan of roasted Brussels sprouts with just butter and salt, but let me add meaty bacon and I truly can’t resist them. So this recipe really spoke to me!
You do need to render the fat out of the sausage, which takes a little time, but then you use that glorious fat to pan-fry the sprouts. Such a win.
19. Chinese Sausage and Green Beans
Chinese sausage and green beans is a simple recipe loaded with savory flavors and plenty of crunchy goodness. The sausage brings a hearty umami note that’s perfectly balanced by the sweet and tangy beans. The seasoning stays subtle, just enough to add a layer of complexity without ever overwhelming your palate.
20. Chinese Cabbage Stir-Fry
Stir fries are the ultimate quick, versatile dinner, and this cabbage version has become my latest obsession. It has a wonderful nutty aroma and an exquisite mix of salty and sweet flavors that just bursts on your tongue. Best of all, it’s so easy that even novice chefs can whip it up in no time.
21. Lo Bak Koh (Radish Cake)
This delightful Cantonese dish is most often served for Chinese New Year and symbolizes good fortune, especially if you enjoy it on the first day of the year. You’ll find radish cake in most dim sum restaurants, and it’s a very popular breakfast in Singapore. The basic recipe features grated radish, rice flour, seasonings, garlic, pickled radish, soy sauce, chili paste, and eggs.
22. Chinese Sausage Buns (Lop Cheung Bao)
Bao buns are famously soft and fluffy, often served sort of like tacos with a slit on top and loads of textural fillings. This version turns the bun into a fun casing, making a playful hot dog-like dish I just know you’ll love.
I know it’s not traditional, but I like to brush them with a little butter and add a sprinkling of sesame seeds. Yum!
23. Chinese Sausage Spaghetti
Feeling like a little Chinese Italian mashup? This spaghetti brings that bold, intense Chinese sausage together with classic Italian players like pecorino cheese, fresh parsley, and al dente noodles. The result is a deeply flavorful and complex dinner that I bet you won’t be able to resist.