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How Chinese Dishes Were Named
China is a country that attaches great importance to names, honor, and prestige.

Manchu and Han Banquet
The Manchu and Han banquet was introduced during Emperor Kangxi’s reign at the government house and official residence of the upper strata.

Henan Cuisine

2004-09-29 13:45:36

 

  As the representative of the cooking civilization of Central China, Henan Cuisine has preserved traditions and made great innovations. With ingredients from all over the country, Henan Cuisine features meticulous preparation, especially known for delicious soup. No matter a dish is prepared by frying, deep cooking, stewing, braising or boiling, it is well received by customers because of its taste, shape, aromas and container.
  
  Famous dishes and snacks include: Peony and Swallow Vegetable, Fried Purple Crisp Pork, Lightly Fried Bean Curd, Jadeite Shredded Fish, Sea Cucumber in the Shape of Lotus Flowers, Fruit Juice and Shrimps, Young Chicken with a unique taste, stuffed bun steamed in small bamboo utensils, sweet and pleasant buns, egg cakes which is crisp outside and tender inside, steamed dumplings, hand-stretched noodles, fried steamed buns, braised cakes, etc.
  


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