Like any self-respecting foodie,
you are always on the lookout for interesting Chinese cuisines to sink your
teeth into. Bored of the usual menu? It might be time to go beyond your usual
list of Chinese food restaurants and venture into Hakka cooking, which
masterfully combines Chinese and Indian culinary philosophies. Here are four
famous Hakka Chinese cuisines
that you probably haven’t tried yet.
Hakka Noodles
These might look like your
regular Chinese noodles, but they are not. Indian-Chinese Hakka noodles are
topped with eggs and the freshest chopped vegetables with a spicy red sauce,
ginger, garlic, and many other spices. It’s the poster child for Indian-Chinese
fusion cooking! Try this as a snack or as a main course. Order it to go to take
home to your family or to bring to a potluck party.
Schezwan Paneer
Chinese immigrants who settled in
India started cooking with local ingredients and adapting their recipes to the
Indian palette. One of the resulting dishes is the Schezwan Paneer. There is a
semi-dry version and a gravy version. You will find it in the best Hakka
restaurants in your city.
Chinese Biryani
This beautiful combination of
rice, mint leaves, spring onions, tomato, chilies, and cheese cubes is best
served steaming. The Chinese Biryani is one of the most iconic combinations of
Indian and oriental cuisine. If you don’t eat meat, don’t worry—let your server
know and he or she can recommend a vegetarian version.
American Chop Suey
Okay, so this is not an authentic
Chinese recipe, but it is served in most Hakka restaurants in North America.
You will love the delightful crispy noodles served with fresh vegetables and a
signature tangy sauce. Chop suey literally translates to 'savory mess'—and that
name is certainly accurate. It is best served as a snack or as a side dish.
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