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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.

Xinjiang Xiaochi (Snacks)

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　　Xinjiang snacks have also gained popularity around China. One would be hard-pressed to not find small stands selling lamb kebabs (yangrouchuanr) on the streets of Beijing or any major city in China for that matter.
　　
　　

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　　Yangrouchuanr (Lamb Kebabs)
　　By far the most famous of Xinjiang snacks, lamb kebabs are chunks of fatty and lean lamb meat skewered on a wooden stick and roasted over a spit and then seasoned with salt, MSG and lots of red pepper.
　　
　　Kaobaozi (Baked dumplings)
　　Large dumplings stuffed with tender lamb strips and sweet onions and roasted or lightly fried on a grill. This dish is usually found in northern Xinjiang in areas such as Turpan and Hami.
　　
　　Nang
　　Flat bread that comes in various sizes. Along with lamb and mutton, nang is the staple of Xinjiang food. Nang has a disk-like shape with rolled edges and a flattened center. Many of these types have designs etched out in the dough before the bread is baked in an oven.
　　
　　Fantang
　　A simple tomato soup with bits of pasta, lamb and various vegetables. It’s no wonder the direct translation of this dish is literally “the meal soup”. One bowl is sure to fill anyone up!
　　
　　

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