China
Food, wine and other drinks from China.
Egg foo young is a simple Chinese style omelet filled with various meats, seafood and vegetables. Using whatever ingredients are at hand, including leftover meats and vegetables, the Chinese found a way to create an easy, flavorful dish.
Congee is a type of rice porridge that has been a staple in Chinese cuisine for centuries. It is often served at breakfast or late-night meals, and is a common offering at temples. Moreover, congee is traditionally eaten when one is ill as it is easily digestible and nutritious.
This hot pot recipe brings the warmth and flavors of traditional Chinese hot pot to your dining table. It's a delightful and interactive experience that will gather family and friends for a memorable meal. Hot pots originated in northern China, gradually spreaded through the country and evolved into various regional styles, ecah reflecting local tastes and ingredients.
Hot and sour soup
The hot and sour soup represents a balance of contrasting flavors, where the vinegar's sourness is balanced with the chili's heat, similar to the balance of yin and yang.
The soup is customarily consumed during the winter months due to its warming properties. It's also particularly popular during Chinese New Year celebrations due to the belief that sour foods cleanse the body and help usher in a fresh start.
Da lian huo shao
Da lian huo shao is a traditional Mandarin dish. The preparation involves a yeast dough that is left to rise before being rolled out and filled.
Da lian huo shao can be enjoyed as it is or with a side of hot, clear soup or soy milk for a traditional Chinese breakfast experience.
Bang bang chicken
Traditional bang bang chicken is a dish of shredded chicken julienned cucumber and a spicy sauce.
The poached chicken is often pounded with a stick (棒, bàng in chinese) which is where the name "bang bang" comes from.
Kung pao chicken
Kung pao chicken is a popular dish in Szechuan cuisine. The dish consists of diced chicken, chunks of scallions, and peanuts, seasoned with dried chili, anise pepper, and a tasty sauce.
Mapo tofu
Mapo tofu is a spicy tofu dish representative of Sichuan cuisina. It´s an essential part of traditional Sichuan family meals and is served at both formal and casual gatherings.
Beef stir fry Szechuan style
Szechuan style beef stir fry is a spicy and savory dish featuring tender beef slices stir-fried with colorful vegetables in a robust Szechuan sauce. The dish offers a perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and umami, making it a delightful treat to eat.
Szechuan sauce
Szechuan sauce is a bold and pungent sauce that is a staple in Chinese cuisine from the Szechuan region. Szechuan sauce is known for its depth of flavor, combining sweet, sour, salty, and spicy elements to create a complex taste profile. This sauce can be used as a marinade, stir-fry sauce, or dipping sauce.