Whether you want to cook in your own kitchen or you’re visiting someone else’s, you’ll be surprised at the different ways to prepare and serve Chinese cuisine. The dishes include everything from fried rice and Chow mein to liao jiu, or wok noodles, and desserts.
Soy sauce
Whether you are making a Chinese dish, or simply looking for a way to add extra flavor to your favorite dishes, you can’t go wrong with soy sauce. With more than 300 different flavor compounds, soy sauce is a versatile condiment that can be used as a flavoring in almost any dish. Adding soy sauce to your meals can make a world of difference in the taste of your food.
Soy sauce is a liquid condiment with a distinct flavor that is used in most Asian cuisines. It can be dipped into many dishes, and it can be added to soups and marinades. Soy sauce has an umami flavor that adds balance to food.
Liao jiu (liao jiu)
Almost every Chinese recipe uses wine to add flavor to the dish. The main types of cooking wine used are liao jiu and Shaoxing wine.
Liao jiu is made from huang jiu, which is a fermented glutinous rice. It is usually flavored with salt and spices. This cooking wine is commonly found in the liquor section of Chinese grocery stores. It is available in the US market as well.
Liao jiu has lower alcohol content than Shaoxing wine, so it is ideal for making stews and soups. You can also use it to add flavor to noodle dishes. It has an aromatic, light fragrance. It is generally not very sweet.
Wontons
Known as huntun in Mandarin and wahn tan in Cantonese, wontons in Chinese kitchen are little parcels filled with various ingredients. Wontons have been a staple in Chinese cuisine for centuries. They are typically served as an appetizer or side dish, but are also a popular fried snack.
Wontons in Chinese kitchen are usually filled with pork and shrimp. There are many varieties of wontons, which are also known as jiaozi dumplings. Different regions of China have their own unique ways of making these tasty dishes.
Wontons are a popular fried snack and are commonly served with sauces and sauces. Wontons can also be steamed or boiled. A traditional wonton filling includes finely chopped meat, garlic, green onion, and salt.
Chow mein
‘Chow mein’ is a Chinese dish of stir fried noodles, commonly served with meat. It’s a quick and easy dish to make in your own kitchen. It can be made with all kinds of noodles and proteins.
The dish is usually topped with a sweet and savory sauce. The sauce is meant to soften the noodles and give them a chewy texture. The chow mein sauce is made with granulated sugar, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil.
To make chow mein, you first need to cook the noodles. The noodles are typically made from Chinese wheat flour and are available in both dried and fresh form. Most grocery stores carry dried noodles in the Asian aisle.
Fried rice
Using a frying pan is a basic prerequisite to making Chinese fried rice. The rice can be boiled, steamed or fried.
Fried rice is commonly accompanied by other Chinese dishes. It is considered to be a healthy meal because it is loaded with nutrients. The dish can be prepared in under twenty minutes. It is easy to customize, and can be served with various toppings.
Chinese fried rice is typically made with a combination of meat, vegetables, rice, soy sauce and garlic. It can be served as a main course or side dish. The most important part of fried rice is the rice.
The best rice is the long grain indica type. This rice provides more fibre.
Desserts
Whether you want a sweet treat after a meal or a treat between meals, Chinese kitchen desserts are a delicious choice. There are many Chinese desserts you can try, from jelly desserts to desserts made with tofu. Chinese desserts are different from Western desserts in that they use traditional techniques to create these dishes.
One of the most popular Chinese desserts is Sesame Seed Balls. The balls are made from glutinous rice flour and a fragrant sesame paste is sandwiched between two layers. These balls are very soft and crispy. They are popular in southern China and Hong Kong.
Another popular Chinese dessert is Egg Tart. It is a type of sweet dessert tart snack. It consists of a flaky outer layer that is filled with a creamy custard in the center. The outer layer is baked, while the inner layer is steamed.