Welcome to the world of Chinese cuisine! Here are some iconic dishes and their simple recipes to get you started:
🌶️ Kung Pao Chicken (宫保鸡丁)
A spicy and savory stir-fry classic
Ingredients: Chicken cubes, peanuts, dried chili peppers, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and Sichuan peppercorns.
Steps:
- Marinate chicken in soy sauce and cornstarch.
- Sauté garlic and chili peppers, then add chicken.
- Toss in peanuts and season with vinegar, sugar, and pepper.
- Finish with a splash of rice wine.
🥢 Fried Rice (炒饭)
Quick and versatile
Ingredients: Cooked rice, eggs, soy sauce, garlic, carrots, peas, and meat/vegetables.
Steps:
- Heat oil, scramble eggs, and add vegetables.
- Push to sides, cook rice in the center.
- Mix everything with soy sauce and seasonings.
- Garnish with green onions.
🥟 Dumplings (饺子)
Perfect for any occasion
Ingredients: Dough, pork or shrimp filling, ginger, sesame oil, and soy sauce.
Steps:
- Roll dough into thin skins.
- Fill with seasoned meat or vegetables.
- Fold and seal the edges.
- Boil or pan-fry until golden.
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