gōng bǎo jī dīng 宫保鸡丁

1. Kung Pao Chicken (宫保鸡丁)

- Description: Spicy stir-fried chicken with peanuts, vegetables, and chili peppers.

- Flavor: A mix of savory, spicy, and slightly sweet.

táng cù lǐ ji 糖醋里脊

2. Sweet and Sour Pork (糖醋里脊)

- Description: Pork pieces coated in a tangy and sweet sauce, often with pineapple and bell peppers.

- Flavor: A perfect balance of sweet and sour.

jiǎo zi 饺子

3. Dumplings (饺子)

- Description: Dough filled with meat, vegetables, or both, then boiled, steamed, or fried.

- Flavor: Savory, with a variety of fillings.

běi jīng kǎo yā 北京烤鸭

4. Peking Duck (北京烤鸭)

- Description: Roasted duck with crispy skin, served with thin pancakes, hoisin sauce, and green onions.

- Flavor: Rich and crispy, with a sweet and savory sauce.

chǎo fàn 炒饭

5. Fried Rice (炒饭)

- Description: Rice stir-fried with eggs, vegetables, and meat or shrimp.

- Flavor: Savory and customizable with various ingredients.

chūn juǎn 春卷

6. Spring Rolls (春卷)

- Description: Thin pastry rolls filled with vegetables and sometimes meat, deep-fried until crispy.

- Flavor: Crispy and savory.

huǒ guō 火锅

7. Hot Pot (火锅)

- Description: A communal dish where diners cook various meats, vegetables, and noodles in a simmering pot of broth.

- Flavor: Can range from mild to very spicy, depending on the broth and dipping sauces.

má pó dòu fu 麻婆豆腐

8. Mapo Tofu (麻婆豆腐)

- Description: Soft tofu cooked in a spicy and flavorful sauce with ground meat, usually beef or pork.

- Flavor: Spicy and savory, with a numbing sensation from Sichuan peppercorns.