5 Must Eat Chinese Food To Try Once In Lifetime!

Here are 5 recommendations for Chinese food that you must try!
17 Nov 2022 ·By Ayurizka Purwadhania
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The Chinese have a long history of eating meat, fish, and vegetables along with their rice. They also have a rich history of cooking techniques passed down from generation to generation. Many Chinese food types are currently favored by many people, especially in Indonesia; here are 5 recommendations for Chinese food that you must try!

1. Minced Gong Bao Chicken

Gong Bao Chicken / Unsplash
Gong Bao Chicken / Unsplash

Minced Gong Bao Chicken, also known as Kung Pao Chicken, is a spicy dish that originated in Sichuan Province, China. This dish is known for its hot and spicy taste due to its use of chili peppers and oil.

2. Jian Bing

Jian Bing / Asia Inspirations
Jian Bing / Asia Inspirations

Jian Bing food is traditional Chinese street food. It is made with flour-based crepes that are folded over various fillings. The most common filling consists of eggs, sausage, and green onions, but other ingredients, such as beef or shrimp, can also be used. The crepe is then sautéed on both sides until crispy and lightly browned.

3. Hainan Jifan

Hainan Jifan / Trippers
Hainan Jifan / Trippers

Hainanese Jifan food is a culinary tradition that originated on Hainan Island, China. Some popular dishes include crab and pork soup with vermicelli, spicy beef, and potato. The taste of Hainanese Jifang food can be described as sweet, sour, and salty.

4. Chow Mein

Chow Mein / Whisk Affair
Chow Mein / Whisk Affair

Chow Mein is a Chinese dish traditionally made with noodles, vegetables, and meat. It is usually served with soy sauce, plum sauce, or dried herbs and can be found in most parts of China today.

5. Sanbeiji

Sanbeiji / Serious Eat
Sanbeiji / Serious Eat

Sanbeiji is a type of traditional Chinese cuisine. It is made from various ingredients, including seafood, pork, chicken, and vegetables. The name "Sanbeiji" comes from its three main ingredients: rice, beans, and chestnuts (also known as "san," "bei," and "zi").

That's 5 typical Chinese food you must try. Which number is your favorite?

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