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What is Chinese cuisine?
Chinese Food
What Sichuan dish is known for its numbing spice?
Mapo tofu
What is a thick and savory sauce made from oysters, used in stir-fries and dumplings?
Oyster sauce
What is a savory soup with vegetables, meats, and tofu?
Wonton soup
True or False: Dumplings can be steamed, boiled, or pan-fried.
True
Besides rice, what is another common starch in Chinese cooking?
Noodles
What type of Chinese noodle is thin and white, often used in stir-fries?
Rice noodles
What is a sweet and savory sauce used as a condiment or dipping sauce?
Hoisin sauce
What type of Chinese noodle is egg-based and typically boiled before serving?
Egg noodles
What is a characteristic of Sichuan cuisine that sets it apart from others?
The use of Sichuan peppercorns, creating a numbing spice.
What is a savory sauce used in many Chinese dishes?
Soy sauce
What do you call small, pan-fried dumplings with savory fillings?
Potstickers
What type of dumpling is boiled and served with a variety of sauces?
Boiled dumplings
What is the difference between lo mein and chow mein?
Lo mein is usually boiled and then stir-fried, while chow mein is fried.
What is a staple protein source in many regions of China?
Pork
What is a spicy and sour soup commonly found in Chinese cuisine?
Hot and sour soup
What is a stir-fry cooking technique that uses high heat and fast cooking times?
Stir-frying
What is a refreshing and sweet Chinese dessert made with almond milk?
Almond jelly
What is a popular brunch or lunch tradition involving small, steamed dishes?
Dim sum
What is a spicy and sour soup commonly found in Chinese cuisine?
Hot and sour soup
How do the philosophies of yin and yang (陰陽; yīn yáng) influence the ingredient selection, flavor combinations, and presentation of dishes in traditional Chinese cuisine?
(This delves into the deeper cultural and philosophical underpinnings of Chinese food.)
How do the flavor profiles of different types of Chinese chili peppers, such as Sichuan peppercorns (花椒; huā jiāo) and Fresno chilis (朝天椒; cháotiān jiāo), influence the overall taste and sensory experience of Sichuan and Hunan cuisine, respectively?
(This requires knowledge of specific pepper varieties and their unique characteristics.)
Compared to other regions, what is a unique characteristic of Shandong cuisine?
Use of seafood and local produce
What is a stir-fry dish that incorporates vegetables, meats, and a flavorful sauce? (Fill in the blank) _____.
(Answer: Many dishes fit this description! Examples include Kung Pao chicken, Beef and Broccoli, or Mongolian beef.)
Do you like Chinese food?
Yes