The focus of this book is on family-style Chinese cooking. It includes recipes chosen from all the different cooking styles of North and South China. The recipes use everyday ingredients and simple techniques easily within the grasp of most homemakers. The illustrations are of actual dishes created by Chinese house-wives. However, we have also included recipes for some of China's most celebrated dishes. Although their preparation is more time-consuming and involves many more steps, they are not as complicated as they may appear at first glance, and you may wish to try them when you want to regale your family or guests with a special feast.
Table of Contents
Author's Foreword Chinese Cooking Techniques Chopsticks Basic Equipment for a Chinese Home Kitchen Recipes: Pork Dishes Beef and Mutton Dishes Poultry and Egg Dishes Fish and Seafood Dishes Vegetable and BeancCurd Dishes Sweet Dishes Soups Rce, Noodles and Dumplings Sample Menus for a Family Dinner Party Index of Recipes