Yangzhou fried rice (Yang zhou chao fan)

Yangzhou fried rice is a Chinese dish consisting of rice, eggs, and vegetables such as carrots, mushrooms, peas, while the common additions also include shrimps, meat, scallions, and Chinese ham. Traditional versions sometimes may incorporate sea cucumbers, crab meat, and bamboo shoots.   It is believed that the dish originates from General Yang Su of …

Lo mein

Another classic of Chinese cuisine, Guangdongese lo mein or laomian (lit. stirred noodles) refers to any kind of dish made with separately boiled wheat and egg noodles which are then tossed in a savory sauce and mixed with various stir-fried vegetables or meats.   When cooked properly, lo mein should be springy and have a firm bite to them, just like Italian pasta or Japanese ramen. …

Cha siu bao

Cha siu bao are popular Chinese pork roast buns. Whether steamed or baked, they are always filled with a sweet and spicy grilled pork filling. Steamed varieties are delicate and soft, with a snowy white color, while baked chao siu bao have a light golden color and are usually covered in a glossy glaze.   …

General Tso’s chicken (Zuǒ Zōngtáng jī)

General Tso’s chicken is a Chinese-American sweet and spicy dish consisting of chicken dices that are first deep-fried, then stir-fried together with ginger, garlic, scallions, and hot chili peppers in a sauce made from sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and rice wine.   Although named after General Tso Tsungtang, the dish has no real-life connection …

Butternut Squash-Apricot Chicken Noodle Curry

Dried apricots brighten up this creamy curry dish. Directions Step 1Cook noodles according to package directions. Step 2Meanwhile, season chicken with salt and ­pepper. Heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken, onion, and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, 7 to 9 minutes. Stir in curry ­powder, chili powder, and cinnamon. Cook, stirring …