getabiteChinese dishes
Typical ingredients for Chinese dishes, with sources and dates.
- Mapo tofuMapo doufuMapo tofu: ask about pork
- Vegetable fried riceSu chaofanVegetable fried rice: ask about egg
- Buddha's delightLuohan zhaiBuddha's delight: ask how it is prepared
- Hot and sour soupSuanlatangHot and sour soup: ask about broth
- Dry fried green beansGanbian sijidouDry fried green beans: ask about pork
- Smashed cucumber saladPai huangguaSmashed cucumber salad: ask how it is prepared
Questions
- Are Chinese dishes vegan?
- It depends on the dish and the kitchen. This guide shows typical ingredients for Chinese cooking, not a certificate.
- Should I still ask the kitchen?
- Yes. Recipes vary. Use the ask lines at the table.