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Chinese cuisine has become a staple world food, loved by people in all countries and of all walks of life. A third of the world’s population enjoys Chinese food every day, because it offers dishes that are known to be some of the tastiest and unique in the world. Although it started off in China, the trend of this oriental cuisine has become widespread in the Western world, exemplifying the quality and lovability of Chinese food. 

"Have you eaten already?" is a popular greeting among the Chinese.

People of the Western culture appreciate Chinese food for its combination of superb taste and affordability. Instead of seeing it as a foreign food that is never to be understood and difficult to cook, it has become known that Chinese cuisine is in fact easy and convenient to make in the comfort of one’s own home. With all the basic ingredients of common dishes such as bean sprouts, bamboo shoots and water chestnuts available from any neighborhood supermarket, Chinese food has been localized for people everywhere. Instead of seeing it as a special treat, people can recreate the glamor of Chinese cuisine in their own kitchen.

In addition to being easy to make, the characteristic of Chinese food is that it brings a flavor to the table for everyone. From sweet and sour to spicy, from chicken to beef to pork, there is a huge variety of dishes that can be served. Not only is Chinese food tasty, but it packs a punch of nutrition too. Rich in vitamins and often steamed or stir fried, a Chinese dish requires minimum cooking time and retain maximum health value. 

"Color, aroma and flavor are not the only the key elements in Chinese cooking; nutrition is also a priority."

"Color, aroma and flavor are not the only the key elements in Chinese cooking; nutrition is also a priority."

The dishes of Chinese cuisine are recognized by many: Sweet and Sour Pork, Chinese dumpling, Kung Pao Chicken are popular favorites to be paired with Chow Mein noodles or Fried Rice. Here at Chinesefood-recipes.com you will find all of these tasty recipes, free for you to browse, enjoy and share. Sections such as Cooking Tips and Ingredients will make the journey faster and easier, getting you on your way to becoming an expert in Chinese cooking. Enjoy! 

Confucius (551-479 B.C.) said, "The path to your friend's heart and soul begins from your cooking."

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Recipe of the day: Crispy Shrimps with Chinese Dipping Sauce

Serves 4 Ingredients: 450 g medium-sized raw shrimps, peeled ¼ tsp salt 6 tbsp groundnut oil 2 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped 2.5 cm piece fresh root ginger, peeled and finely chopped 1 green chilli, deseeded and finely chopped 4 stems fresh coriander, leaves and stems roughly chopped For the Chinese dipping sauce: 3 tbsp dark soy sauce 3 tbsp rice wine vinegar 1 tbsp caster sugar 1 tbsp chilli oil 2 spring onions, finely shredded Directions: Using a sharp knife, remove the black vein along the back of the shrimps. Sprinkle the shrimps with the salt and set aside for 15 minutes. Pat dry on kitchen towel. Heat a wok or large frying pan, add the groundnut oil and when hot, add the shrimps and stir-fry in 2 batches for about 1 minute, or until they turn pink and are almost cooked. Using a slotted spoon, remove the shrimps and keep warm in a low oven. Drain the oil from the wok, leaving 1 tbsp. Add the garlic, ginger and chilli and cook for about 30 seconds. Add the coriander, return the shrimps and stir fry for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the shrimps are cooked through and the garlic is golden. Turn into a warmed serving dish. For the dipping sauce, using a fork, beat together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, caster sugar and chili oil in a small bowl. Stir in the spring onions. Serve immediately with the hot shrimps.