Gather. Play. Savor.
Food has a special way of bringing people together, just like Mahjong. These recipes are shared favorites from our Marin Mahjong gatherings — simple, joyful dishes meant for nibbling between hands, passing around the table, and recreating a bit of that Mahjong magic at home.
Recipes
Marin Mahjong Munch Mix
Looking for the perfect snack to enjoy between hands? Mahjong Munch Mix is a savory, crunchy favorite inspired by our Mahjong gatherings — easy to make, endlessly snackable, and just right for sharing at the table. Click below to get the recipe and bring a little Marin Mahjong flavor into your next game gathering.
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Matsutake and Chicken Gomoku Gohan Rice
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A celebration of rich umami and comforting flavors, this gomoku gohan combines fragrant matsutake mushrooms, tender chicken, and seasoned rice into a deeply satisfying, shareable dish. Earthy, aromatic, and beautifully balanced, it’s the kind of recipe that invites everyone to linger around the table — perfect for fueling laughter, conversation, and plenty of tile-clicking at your next Mahjong gathering.
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Goat Cheese Croquettes with Lavender Honey
Crispy on the outside, creamy and tangy on the inside — these goat cheese croquettes bring a touch of elegant comfort to the Mahjong table. Paired with a drizzle of fragrant lavender honey, they’re the perfect balance of savory and sweet, and easy to share between rounds. Whether you’re gathering for casual play or a festive night of tiles, these bites add delicious rhythm and joy to the table.
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Lumpia Bites (you can't just stop at one!)
​These crispy, savory lumpia bites are the kind of snack that disappears fast at any gathering — light, flavorful, and perfectly shareable. Packed with delicious fillings and golden-fried to irresistible crunch, they’re the perfect accompaniment to Mahjong nights, casual get-togethers, or anytime you want something everyone reaches for again and again.
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Recipes
Kale and White Bean Salad
The Erewhon kale and white bean salad is a perfect companion to Chinese Mahjong — fresh, grounding, and nourishing without being heavy. Its bright flavors and satisfying texture keep you energized and focused through long stretches of play, making it ideal for sharing between hands. Just like Mahjong, it’s simple, balanced, and best enjoyed slowly, in good company around the table.
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Easy Baked Tofu
Easy baked tofu is a wonderful addition to a Mahjong table — simple, satisfying, and quietly grounding. Its crisp edges and savory depth offer steady nourishment without heaviness, making it easy to enjoy between hands while staying present and focused. Like Mahjong itself, it rewards patience and balance, and is best shared slowly among friends as the game unfolds.
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Sesame Soba Noodles
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​Sesame soba noodles are a natural fit for Chinese Mahjong — light yet satisfying, flavorful without distraction, and easy to enjoy between hands. Their nutty sesame richness and cool, slurpable texture keep the table energized and relaxed, making them perfect for long stretches of play. Like Mahjong itself, they strike a beautiful balance of simplicity and depth, best shared slowly in good company. simple, balanced, and best enjoyed slowly, in good company around the table.
Tangerine Almond Cake with Citrus Bay Syrup
Tangerine almond cake with citrus bay syrup brings bright, uplifting flavor to the Mahjong table — a sweet ending that feels both elegant and joy-filled. The tender almond crumb paired with zesty tangerine and silky citrus syrup offers a refreshing finish to savory play and conversation. It’s the kind of dessert that invites you to linger, share bites between hands, and savor the warmth of good company long after the last tile is played.​​​