Food and elaborate cooking methods largely define the Chinese culture. A simple dinner at home will look like a feast to a foreign guest because there will be at least three or more types of dishes served during a meal: a soup, a vegetable dish, and a protein dish made of fish, seafood, pork, chicken, beef, pigeon, or duck. During celebrations, meals are served lauriat-style, where at least 10 dishes are served one after the other. In fact, the word lauriat means special occasion. Whether meals are served at home or at a restaurant, the Chinese uses the same basic ingredients to give food its distinct aroma and flavor. Here are some facts about common ingredients found in a Chinese household or restaurant’s kitchen. RICE AND NOODLES Both are rich in carbohydrates that provide energy. In excess, carbohydrates are stored as fat. Rice is often served steamed or fried. Steamed [...]
