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almost every town in america has its favorite chinese restaurant each of them putting their
own spin on famous classics so here are the top 10 most popular chinese foods in america
crab rangoon hello room service i'd like the crab rangoon it's nearly impossible to put your finger
on what makes this dish so popular could it be the rich and decadent cream cheese that makes up
the majority of the filling or perhaps it's the savory chunks of crab meat that give the dish
its seafood inspired flavors one thing is for sure this appetizer has been dominating chinese
menus for decades these four-pointed stars of deliciousness are created by wrapping the filling
in a crispy chinese wonton and either baking them to perfection or deep frying them to a golden hue
fried crab cake it may be tempting to try them by themselves but tradition dictates that they're
served with a tangy sweet and sour sauce soy sauce or even hot mustard going by similar names such
as crab puffs and cheese wontons there have been many iterations of the recipe in the past before
a well-agreed upon version landed on american chinese dining menus all over the u.s most of
these involve some sort of scallion as well as plenty of garlic love it or hate it it's a flavor
that you won't soon forget general sews chicken general sal's chicken isn't made by a general is
it so or is it so all we know is that customers can't get enough of the sweet and spicy chicken
that make up the heart of this dish there is some debate about its origin and where it gets its
famous name some people say that it can be traced back to the qing dynasty although reports around
this time find it hard to reconcile any mention of the popular dish others claim that it evolved from
a simple hangnan chicken dish some even assert that a taiwanese culinary master is responsible
for the first example it's called responsibility it's unclear and still up for debate to this day
but one thing remains certain you can find this staple on every chinese menu from los angeles
to hong kong made with soy sauce red chili flakes and sugar this dish is often paired with broccoli
for a perfect mixture of salty and sweet some envision this recipe topped with sesame seeds
and others think that it's just fine without them we'll leave this decision up to you wonton soup
and and the wonton soup for those looking for a perfect comfort meal without added complexity you
don't need to look any further than wonton soup this soup's popularity can arguably be attributed
to its simplicity the broth's base stems from fewer than five ingredients albeit ingredients of
great quality it's true that not many components go into the dish but that doesn't stop people from
demanding it at their local chinese eatery the wontons dropped into the simple broth can come in
a variety of different shapes and sizes depending on where you're eating it and are often made with
minced pork or diced shrimp this gives plenty of opportunities for some unique options when dining
at different establishments the possibilities are endless the simple soup base consisting
of chicken broth ginger and kosher salt remains a perfect vehicle for these flavors to be delivered
if you're looking for a simplistic side for your takeout order there is nothing wrong with a bowl
of tried and true wonton soup ask for spring onions to add a little bit of crunch once you
take a foray into the art of creating wontons you should have no trouble creating your own version
of this soup right in the comfort of your own home you don't even have to share we won't tell
sweet and sour chicken sweet sour bitter umami and salty no chinese dining establishment would be
complete without the famous sweet and sour chicken this mainstay of chinese menus has been pleasing
customers ever since it found its way onto the plates and pallets of westerners named more for
the unique blend of sauces than the chicken itself the titular sweet and sour is accomplished through
a variety of different techniques the most common method of imparting the decadent and tangy flavors
is by using a combination of sugar mixture and light vinegar in china this type of sauce is
often paired with fish and other types of meat more meat but in the west customers have a hard
time denying it's perfect pairing with crispy breaded chicken don't call it a chicken nugget but
when these golden chunks of breaded chicken are paired with the tangy sauce and steamed rice it's
easy to see why westerners demand this sweet and savory culinary delight next time you're feeling
like mcnuggets maybe show your local chinese restaurant a little love you won't regret it
fried rice dang dude this fried rice destroys it's one of the simultaneously easiest and hardest
dishes to make but when it's done right fried rice is a masterpiece of chinese cuisine having trouble
deciding what to get from your local chinese food eatery well chances are you can't go wrong with
one of the many fried rice options that are served are you looking for something simple to please an
underdeveloped palate or do you prefer a house fried rice with five different main ingredients
whatever you're looking for chinese restaurants are continually innovating and re-thinking this
classic menu item they're evolving it's perfect for takeout and as leftovers some even argue that
fried rice is better the next day fried rice is concocted by stir-frying well-dried rice in
a traditional wok or frying pan with eggs and plenty of cooking oil it can be as simple or
as complicated as the chef sees fit fried rice has your back when faced with an overly saturated menu
do you prefer more complex flavors in your dining experience rather than just the rice
by itself don't be afraid to pair fried rice with any mainstay like beef and broccoli or sweet and
sour pork fried rice is there to complement all of your dining choices orange chicken yeah i'm in the
mood for orange chicken if you've been to a mall anywhere across america chances are you've run
across the sweet and alluring aroma of this next dish popular in food courts across the nation you
don't have to go far to find a restaurant using this dish as their claim to fame sticking with the
theme of chicken orange chicken is the luxuriously sweet and savory dish often served on a bed of
rice or noodles if you're lucky some restaurants will even include a bit of orange peel for added
texture made with a signature sweet orange chili sauce this dish is not actually chinese in origin
instead chef andy cow claims that this dish is a construction of his own making for the popular
franchise panda express it's mine he claims that the dish was made to cater to american pallets and
that detail has become increasingly hard to argue with as it grows in popularity across the nation
panda express claims to sell over a hundred million pounds of the dish every year making
orange chicken a front runner for the most popular chinese um inspired dish ever can't decide what to
get at your local eatery orange chicken is just the dish for you looking for a perfect pairing
to go with this salty sweet concoction it's hard to go wrong pairing this one with a bed of fluffy
white rice or chow mein egg rolls look who found a plate of microwave egg rolls you had to know
that this absolute timeless option was going to make the list it's hard to imagine visiting
your favorite chinese restaurant and not being offered an egg roll a local eatery not offering
this popular menu item might be cause for concern it might even fall into the category of downright
blasphemy a chinese restaurant without egg rolls would be akin to a superhero without a sidekick
these delightfully crisp a la carte options come in many forms including the ever popular
spring roll cabbage roll and minced pork roll egg rolls are a popular appetizer whose origin remains
steeped in mystery much like the famous general so's chicken right then keep your secrets but
most people can agree that construction of these tasty treats starts with wheat pastry cabbage and
pork surely there's one for every taste out there feeling adventurous many variations of
this popular dish pair perfectly with chinese hot mustard it could be the perfect compliment to this
age-old recipe perfect to start or end any chinese dining experience chinese restaurants live and die
by the quality of their egg rolls and once you've had great you can never go back to just plain old
good find your favorite today pot stickers i made pot stickers once from frozen these delicious
chinese dumplings have great cultural significance and are one of the popular dishes eaten during
the chinese new year the name of the dish is widely considered to come from the mandarin word
which serves as a borrowed term for westerners pot stickers are constructed by pressing a thin
sheet of rolled dough together over a variety of vegetables and ground meats
most commonly pork after this the tasty dumplings are submerged in oil and deep fried giving them
a texture that's to die for if you're looking for a healthier option fear not there are also
boiled and pan-fried alternatives that sacrifice none of the flavor that you love it's all there
it might be tempting to pop one of these into your mouth plain but when served with their signature
black vinegar and sesame oil dip you'll see why pot stickers are a popular choice for diners
everywhere order them by themselves or submerge them in your favorite soup these traditional
treats will not disappoint you don't have to celebrate the new year in beijing to try one
they've become increasingly popular on menus all over the world chow mein you want to get some
chow mein even if you aren't a fan of chinese food chances are you've heard this unique name before
which is quite simply put just another moniker for chinese noodles with two unique varieties in
both a steamed and deep-fried form chow mein has become a staple on chinese menus everywhere like
fried rice this popular dish comes in a myriad of different varieties to cater to everyone's tastes
not a fan of chicken try the beef vegetarian or vegan no worries there's vegetable and tofu
chow mein as well there's something here for everyone the centerpiece of this dish is
no doubt the chewy golden egg noodles that are deep fried to a perfect consistency chow mein is
less a star of the show and more of a workhorse option to pair with all of your favorite menu
items try general sews chicken on a bed of chow mein pear beef and broccoli and the ever-popular
orange chicken with it as well typically served with soy sauce oyster sauce sesame oil and spices
this popular dish is open to the interpretation of chefs everywhere so see what sort of unique
chow mein you can make kung pao chicken please god don't let it be kung pao chicken
turn up the heat with this famous dish are you looking for something savory and spicy to set your
taste buds a light well look no further than kung pao chicken one of the catchiest names on chinese
menus everywhere it's a famous sichuan style dish that originates from you guessed it the province
of sichuan in western china it's here that some of the tastiest and spiciest dishes known to chinese
cuisine were created and inspired made with dried chilies diced chicken and highlighting
the distinct flavor of sichuan peppercorns kung pao chicken is a staple of westernized
chinese cuisine this inspirational dish often adds fried peanuts or cashews for added crunch
what an inspiration with no shortage of garlic being added to the dish the zippy flavors that
emanate from this dish are not always for the faint of heart as a little spice can go a long way
it can be made with a variety of different vegetables but this staple of westernized
chinese cuisine is often enjoyed by itself or on a plate of simple white rice which both complements
and highlights everything that is loved about the spicy entree we are open 24 7
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