Chinese cuisine is popular and respected all over the world. There are so many Chinese restaurants everywhere and more people are going to try Chinese dishes at home. Chinese meals are famous among foreigners for their colors, variety of ingredients and flavors. They are also preferred for they’re quite easy to make in only a short time. There are many famous recipes that come from China and are loved by many people all around the globe. This is my list of the Top 10 Most Famous Chinese Recipes You Should Know. In addition, you can follow me to make the following Top 10 Most Famous Chinese Dishes You Should Try.
1. Sweet Sour Chicken/Pork (糖醋 鸡肉/猪肉)
This meal is one of the most popular Chinese dishes in the world. It contains chicken or pork, soy sauce, vinegar, onions, pepper and ketchup. It’s not hard to make and it’s definitely one of the most eaten dishes by foreigners. Try my Sweet and Sour Chicken（左宗棠鸡）recipe today!
2. Spring Rolls (春卷)
The name comes from the Spring Festival in China where these are an essential part. Spring rolls are an appetizer that is very famous both in China and the rest of the world. They are made of thin dough filled with meat or vegetables, rolled and fried. They are crispy and very delicious and go in different sizes. Some spring rolls can be so big and a couple would be enough to sate an adult.
3. Cashew Shrimp (腰果虾)
It’s a light meal, known for its good effect on the cardiovascular system. It’s an easy dish to digest and also easy to cook. If shrimps are hard, you can add some flour before you fry them. A bit of celery adds a tasty accent. Try my Cashew Shrimp (腰果虾) recipe today!
4. Chow Mein (炒面)
Chow main is a fried dish with noodles, meat and onions. It has many varieties in different countries. For instance, only in the USA there is a number of ways to prepare it, depending on the place. On the East Coast the meal is crispy, while on the West Coast – soft.
5. Dumplings (水饺)
Dumplings are one of the most famous and traditional Chinese meals. A dumpling consists of boiled or baked dough filled with meat or vegetables. It has an interesting half-circle shape and curly edges. The filling might be pork, beef or vegetables such as cabbage and onions.
6. Egg-fried Rice (蛋炒饭)
Egg-fried rice is one of the most popular dishes in the world. Many people eat it regularly, either at restaurants or prepare it at home. The dish has a strong delicious smell and it’s very easy to cook. It can be found in every Chinese restaurant.
7. Kung Pao Chicken (宫保鸡丁)
Another universally known Chinese meal is Kung Pao Chicken. It’s stir-fried and prepared with chicken, chili peppers, vegetables and peanuts. I love this dish very much, it is the first place in my mind in the Sichuan cuisine list. Try My Kung Pao Chicken（宫保鸡丁）recipe today!
8. Spicy Tofu (麻婆豆腐)
It’s a meal made with tofu and minced meat, normally beef or pork, usually cooked with beans and spicy sauce. Try my Mapo Tofu (麻婆豆腐) recipe today!
9. Wonton Soup (馄饨汤)
It’s a widely recognized soup. Wontons are similar to dumplings but their shape differs a little. They’re made by folding the wonton and pulling its opposite corners. Try my Wonton Soup (馄饨汤) recipe today!
10. Beijing Roasted Duck (北京烤鸭)
It’s a very popular among foreigners dish that comes from Beijing. It’s a specialty liked for its crispy meat. It’s often served with pancakes and soy sauce with garlic.
There is a variety of delicious meals coming from China that people all over the world adore and master. Chinese cuisine plays an important part in my life and its delicious recipes give foreigners an exotic taste of China. After reading Top 10 Most Famous Chinese Dishes You Should Try, Try my recipes above today!
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