Chinese cuisine
Also known as Chinese food, cuisine of China
culinary traditions of the China
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Chinese cuisine refers to the culinary traditions and cooking practices that have developed throughout China over centuries. It matters because it represents a significant cultural heritage and has become influential in food cultures around the world.
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An assortment of Chinese food. Clockwise from top left: Peking duck, misua, Kung Pao chicken, mooncakes, baijiu, wonton soup, spring rolls
Chinese cuisine comprises cuisines originating from China, that varies with the country's large population and geographic diversity, as well as from Chinese people from other parts of the world. Due to the Chinese diaspora and the historical power of the country, Chinese cuisine has profoundly influenced other cuisines in Asia and beyond, with modifications made to cater to local palates. Chinese food staples like rice, soy sauce, noodles, tea, chili oil, and tofu, and utensils such as chopsticks and the wok, can now be found worldwide.