by David Hui (https://www.davidhui.net/ )
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Chinese cuisine is arguably the oldest form of cooking in the world. It has been passed down through families, from generation to generation, from region to region. Chinese cuisine encompasses a wide range of dishes such as noodles (chili-tongue), tofu soup, rice noodle soups, milk tea, desserts, sweet & savory teas, soy milk drinks, beer, vegetable stir-fries, gingerbread cakes, pork loin, etc. But this is just one of the many forms of Chinese cuisine. Here are some examples of Chinese cuisine that I find most interesting and informative:
Noodle soup at a restaurant near you
People often eat noodles with their meals and it’s also common for them to prepare noodles on their table, using chopsticks so they can taste noodles more directly. They then eat noodles with their meal and enjoy having noodles served as an accompaniment. When eating noodles it was believed that the noodles were the ‘meals’ of heaven and therefore served as divine nourishment and nourishment for all living things.
Rice noodles being served up as a side dish at a restaurant near you
Rice noodles are a staple part of any Chinese table. This ancient noodle soup is eaten by people of all nationalities, religions, ethnic groups, and cultures, and it should not be understood as Chinese cuisine without dipping it into China. Rice noodles are served with soy sauce or with other sauces. The noodles are also served alongside soybeans, carrots, and bell peppers, but these days noodles are always eaten together with soy sauce. Although noodles contain gluten, gluten is considered to be a lesser ingredient than tofu and the two have become very popular in Asian countries. Many Chinese restaurants have special noodles made with soy sauce for vegetarians and vegans while others serve rice noodles with soy and vegetables as well as other Chinese ingredients for their vegetarian menu.
A bowl of noodle soup and hot beef noodles made in Chinese style in a restaurant near you
Chinese restaurants started making noodles on their own during the 18th century. Since noodle soup, which consists of noodles served on its own (gulibao) is only available nowadays, people of all nationalities and ethnic cuisines share noodles as another form of dining. Noodle soup is served as noodle soup and hot beef noodles. Today, noodles are served as noodles at every stage of Chinese cuisine as noodles are used as ingredients in the preparation of various steakhouses and traditional noodle soups. And today no other country comes close to Chinese noodles.
Tofu soup is enjoyed while listening to classical music
Tofu soup has been one of the most sought-after foods in Chinese cuisine since its introduction to Sichuan Province in the 1640s. There are many different types of tofu soup served in Chinese dining rooms and restaurants. In my opinion, those who like the spiciness of spicy foods (soy, pepper, and sometimes chocolate) will appreciate these kinds of soup. However, you don’t necessarily need to go crazy and order to experience it. Tofu soup is simply delicious and soothing. If you like the combination of tofu and noodles, it might be time to think outside the box with your next meal. Take sushi and pour yourself a cup of noodle noodles too.
A plate of noodles and wine, as dessert
When I visited several cities and towns in China, I was surprised at how much China had changed in the past 200 years. From the communist system that dominated the country up until after the 2011 Tiananmen massacre, there were countless changes and advances in Chinese cuisine that I would never imagine happening before then. Just recently, American culture moved from East Asians to West Asians (as we know it). Before this migration, when our ancestors ate beef stew noodles, to noodles, and now, when we’re moving away from the Chinese way of preparing noodles, noodles, and steak soup (called “noodle porridge”), how do we move on eating noodles? Well, we don’t actually move away from the Chinese method of preparing noodles; however, onions were added. Nowadays noodles are eaten only as noodles as if noodles were nothing else. So here’s what the rest of the world needs to make sure of: noodles are not just noodles, neither are peas noodles, okra nor kale lettuce. They are now noodles! And onions are only onions, while garlic is garlic paste and pepper as well as pepper sauce! Have you ever heard of the saying “There’s something to onions”? No? Or don’t there? That is because onions are onions, but onions are onions — onions are onions!
A plate of red beans and meat
Red beans are rich in vitamin A, which contributes significantly to children’s health. An interesting fact is that red bean is lower in cholesterol than regular beans. Also, black bean is higher in dietary fiber than regular beans. All beans, regardless of color, are very important for nutrition too. Beans are nutritious and easy to consume and are a great source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Another exciting fact is that both black and white beans are equally good sources of protein, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. My favorite bean is the roasted black bean. You might have heard about the bean curd and the sausage belly. Both beans are high in protein and protein is particularly important for healthy immune systems. Other bean types are packed with iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Vitamin M, Vitamin B6, manganese, vitamin C, magnesium and magnesium are also beneficial. Red beans are a great source of soluble fiber and antioxidants. Beans and beans are rich in dietary fiber and antioxidant nutrients. Beans and beans are packed and healthier than grains. Beans and beans are good sources of Vitamin C and antioxidants. Beans and beans are the best things in Chinese cuisine today, but the same goes for peanuts. Peanuts, a dried nut and roasted seeds from the African peanut tree, have more fiber than soybeans, are almost tasteless, and are a great source of potassium, Vitamin C, Vitamin Z, Vitamin E, and Omega 3 fatty acids. For dinner in my home country of Taiwan, we usually have peas noodles. On occasion, we eat peas noodles tossed in avocado oil as a snack (pea noodles with avocado oil). I like peas noodles because they contain fiber and Vitamin C, two minerals the body cannot produce on its own. So peas noodles seem to be a perfect alternative, no matter where your Chinese meal is coming from.
A fried egg sandwich made from scrambled egg and bacon
I remember growing up in South Korea (Japan), my childhood friend and family would often try new fattening eggs made from scrambled eggs and bacon. These Egg sandwiches were really scrumptious. Chicken nuggets, fish bones, chicken feet, duck breast…the list went on and on. What’s even scarier is that when I think back to the history of those sandwiches in Chinese cuisine, I think the chicken nuggets are still scrumptious, but the eggs are now egg sandwiches made with cheese. Those Egg sandwiches contained pork and bacon as chicken legs (you can definitely put wings in them). Pork is also popular on fried eggs, but it wasn’t always chicken legs. Usually, chicken legs are used when there are wings. Bacon also adds texture to eggs and eggs and bacon together make the same baked sandwich, however, bacon is now scrambled. You may notice though, that the chicken nuggets are no longer chicken legs. The pork and bacon are the same chicken legs as chicken nuggets. Of course, the eggs aren’t baked, but they also tend to look like chicken nuggets. To me, that might be a big reason why Chinese cuisine has evolved and grown over the past 200 years, just like South Korean (and Japanese) cuisine.
A bowl of sesame jelly soup
Sesame jelly soup is one of those Chinese foods that I feel most deeply connected to. Being fond of soy beverages as well as soy milk juices, sesame jelly soup is a must-drink at any Chinese meal. Whether it’s soy yogurt, soy milk, or sesame milk, Chinese cuisine loves soy beverages and soy milk juices as if they were water itself. Soy jelly soup is often prepared with sesame yogurt and soy yogurt. Soy yogurt is rich in soy, organic fatty acids (and of course protein). Organic fatty acids are essential for human health development and longevity, yet soy yogurt contains so much. As far as the other parts of soy yogurt go, soy yogurt is also incredibly tasty, especially when made with honey. The difference between soy yogurt and honey yogurt is that soy yogurt does not contain sugar, unlike honey yogurt, which contains fewer sugars like fructose and glucose (which can cause diabetes), and honey yogurt contains smaller amounts of sugar like fructose and glucose, causing milder blood sugar levels. Honey yogurt is great for diabetics too, although it can be hard to digest. Some soy yogurt brands claim to contain a lot of vitamins, notably vitamin A, which are great for young children. The average daily value for soy yogurt is about 35 grams and 12 grams of carbs. By comparison, honey yogurt and almond honey are 17 grams and 19 grams respectively and the average daily value for almond honey is about 15 grams and 11 grams. Even so, sesame yogurt contains much more protein than refined sugar yogurt and thus could help combat type 2 diabetes! More research is needed and soy yogurt might change that fact. Regardless, I think that sesame yogurt is great for diabetics, healthy athletes, vegetarians, and those who love a little flavor. Like so much food, Asian cuisine has evolved in leaps and bounds since 2000. In the 21st century, Chinese cuisine has become even more diverse and unique
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