Zongzi

Zongzi is a Chinese snack made with glutinous rice that is stuffed with various ingredients, wrapped in reeds, lotus, bamboo, or similar large flat leaves, then steamed or boiled. Each type of leaf imparts a unique flavor and aroma to the rice. Common fillings include both savory and sweet ingredients such as yam, boiled peanuts, …

Zhaliang

Originating from Cantonese cuisine, zhaliang refers to traditional Chinese deep-fried crullers wrapped in silky and almost translucent rice sheets. Similar to the plain cruller, zhaliang is commonly served for breakfast, but it is often a part of traditional Cantonese dim sum meals.   It is accompanied by a unique, slightly sweetened soy-based sauce, which can be incorporated …

Momo

Momo dumplings were traditionally only filled with minced meat, but nowadays, the fillings have diversified to include vegetables, dairy, or a combination of both. They are native to Tibet and have been brought to the Kathmandu Valley by traveling Newar merchants, and thus Nepal, where they consider them as their own.   Thanks to Tibetan …

Zhangcha duck (Zhangcha ya)

Zhangcha duck is a duck smoked with tea and camfor, originating from the Chinese province of Sichuan which is famed for its spicy dishes. The preparation of this meal is a five-step process; first, it’s marinated, then boiled, air-dried, smoked, and finally, fried. When served, pieces of duck meat are topped on gebao — a clam-shaped bun.