Tradition China

Bok Choy 101

Posted By:  on Apr 04, 2012 in Featured, Tradition China
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Bok choy is one of the most important ingredients in authentic Chinese cooking, but for many, the process of preparing bok choy is mysterious.  In China, this delicate vegetable is prepared in a variety of ways, but most frequently it is enjoyed as part of a crispy stir fry, and in soups.  I have always …

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Zong-Zi

Posted By:  on Jan 26, 2012 in Featured, Tradition China
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Zong Zi is the traditional Chinese rice dumpling that people of China have enjoyed for thousands of years. It is served wrapped in bamboo leaves, in honor of the ancient Chinese poet, Qu Yuan (340-278 BC.) Qu Yuan was a political activist in his time, and worried about the future of government in his country. …

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The Art of Wok

Posted By:  on Oct 18, 2011 in Featured, Tradition China
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A wok is a kitchen essential for the Chinese food lover who adores deliciously fresh cooked vegetables, noodles, and protein. To complete your cooking equipment collection, it is important to add a versatile wok to your arsenal of cookware. There are a number of features you need to look for when you are shopping for a wok. Woks come in …

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Wonton Soup the Right Way

Posted By:  on Aug 18, 2011 in Ancient Tastes, Featured, Tradition China
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Wonton soup is one of China’s most recognized and simple dishes.  Wonton (wantan, wuntun, wanton) is a typical food made out of Chinese dumplings that are usually and commonly served in soups, or deep fried and boiled as dim sum to be dipped in sauces and eaten at room temperature, or chilled.

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