{"id":25321,"date":"2023-11-30T18:26:27","date_gmt":"2023-11-30T10:26:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/?p=25321"},"modified":"2023-11-30T18:26:27","modified_gmt":"2023-11-30T10:26:27","slug":"foods-foreigners-love-most","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/foods-foreigners-love-most.html","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Chinese Foods Foreigners Love Most"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"37c28470d9d6d3cb9ff74e663adb766a\" data-index=\"2\" style=\"float: none; margin:0px 0 0px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3594734025006597\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<\/div>\n<p>China&#8217;s culinary landscape is a treasure trove of flavors, textures, and aromas that have enamored food enthusiasts worldwide. Among the extensive array of delectable dishes, some stand out as universal favorites among foreigners exploring the richness of Chinese cuisine. Here are the top 10 Chinese foods that have won the hearts, and palates, of people from around the globe.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/foods-foreigners-love-most.html\/#1_Peking_Duck\" title=\"1. Peking Duck\">1. Peking Duck<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/foods-foreigners-love-most.html\/#2_Dim_Sum\" title=\"2. Dim Sum\">2. Dim Sum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/foods-foreigners-love-most.html\/#3_Kung_Pao_Chicken\" title=\"3. Kung Pao Chicken\">3. Kung Pao Chicken<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/foods-foreigners-love-most.html\/#4_Hot_Pot\" title=\"4. Hot Pot\">4. Hot Pot<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/foods-foreigners-love-most.html\/#5_Mapo_Tofu\" title=\"5. Mapo Tofu\">5. Mapo Tofu<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/foods-foreigners-love-most.html\/#6_Spring_Rolls\" title=\"6. Spring Rolls\">6. Spring Rolls<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/foods-foreigners-love-most.html\/#7_Xiaolongbao\" title=\"7. Xiaolongbao\">7. Xiaolongbao<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/foods-foreigners-love-most.html\/#8_Chow_Mein\" title=\"8. Chow Mein\">8. Chow Mein<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/foods-foreigners-love-most.html\/#9_Chinese_Barbecue_Char_Siu\" title=\"9. Chinese Barbecue (Char Siu)\">9. Chinese Barbecue (Char Siu)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/foods-foreigners-love-most.html\/#10_Sichuan_Cuisine\" title=\"10. Sichuan Cuisine\">10. Sichuan Cuisine<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Peking_Duck\"><\/span><strong>1. Peking Duck<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-25279\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Top-10-Foods-You-Must-Try-in-China-beijingduck.jpeg\" alt=\"Top 10 Foods You Must Try in China-beijingduck\" width=\"720\" height=\"449\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Top-10-Foods-You-Must-Try-in-China-beijingduck.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Top-10-Foods-You-Must-Try-in-China-beijingduck-600x374.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Top-10-Foods-You-Must-Try-in-China-beijingduck-300x187.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/>Renowned for its crispy skin and tender meat, Peking Duck is an iconic Chinese dish. Served with thin pancakes, scallions, and hoisin sauce, the ritual of wrapping and savoring each bite is an experience cherished by many.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Dim_Sum\"><\/span><strong>2. Dim Sum<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-25280\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Top-10-Foods-You-Must-Try-in-China-dimsum.jpg\" alt=\"Top 10 Foods You Must Try in China-dimsum\" width=\"720\" height=\"472\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Top-10-Foods-You-Must-Try-in-China-dimsum.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Top-10-Foods-You-Must-Try-in-China-dimsum-600x393.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Top-10-Foods-You-Must-Try-in-China-dimsum-300x197.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/>This delightful assortment of bite-sized portions offers an array of dumplings, buns, and small dishes. Steamed, fried, or baked, dim sum encompasses a variety of flavors and textures, making it an irresistible choice for many.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Kung_Pao_Chicken\"><\/span><strong>3. Kung Pao Chicken<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-24669\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/20-Easy-Chinese-Food-Recipes-You-Can-Cook-at-Home-Kung-Pao-Chicken.jpeg\" alt=\"20 Easy Chinese Food Recipes You Can Cook at Home-Kung Pao Chicken\" width=\"720\" height=\"404\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/20-Easy-Chinese-Food-Recipes-You-Can-Cook-at-Home-Kung-Pao-Chicken.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/20-Easy-Chinese-Food-Recipes-You-Can-Cook-at-Home-Kung-Pao-Chicken-600x337.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/20-Easy-Chinese-Food-Recipes-You-Can-Cook-at-Home-Kung-Pao-Chicken-300x168.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/20-Easy-Chinese-Food-Recipes-You-Can-Cook-at-Home-Kung-Pao-Chicken-400x225.jpeg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/>With its perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors, Kung Pao Chicken is a favorite among those seeking a dish that combines tender chicken, crunchy peanuts, and a tantalizing sauce.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Hot_Pot\"><\/span><strong>4. Hot Pot<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23696\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Top-10-Chinese-Foods-That-Foreigners-Love-Most-Hot-Pot.jpeg\" alt=\"Top 10 Chinese Foods That Foreigners Love Most-Hot Pot\" width=\"720\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Top-10-Chinese-Foods-That-Foreigners-Love-Most-Hot-Pot.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Top-10-Chinese-Foods-That-Foreigners-Love-Most-Hot-Pot-300x200.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/>A communal dining experience where diners cook a variety of meats, vegetables, and noodles in a simmering pot of flavored broth. This interactive and flavorful meal is a hit among groups seeking a social dining adventure.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Mapo_Tofu\"><\/span><strong>5. Mapo Tofu<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-25282\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Top-10-Foods-You-Must-Try-in-China-mapodoufu.jpeg\" alt=\"Top 10 Foods You Must Try in China-mapodoufu\" width=\"720\" height=\"404\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Top-10-Foods-You-Must-Try-in-China-mapodoufu.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Top-10-Foods-You-Must-Try-in-China-mapodoufu-600x337.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Top-10-Foods-You-Must-Try-in-China-mapodoufu-300x168.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Top-10-Foods-You-Must-Try-in-China-mapodoufu-400x225.jpeg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/>Known for its bold and spicy flavors, Mapo Tofu is a Sichuan specialty loved for its silken tofu, minced meat, and a fiery sauce infused with fermented black beans and Sichuan peppercorns.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Spring_Rolls\"><\/span><strong>6. Spring Rolls<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Crispy on the outside and filled with a variety of ingredients like vegetables, meats, and sometimes shrimp, spring rolls are a universally loved Chinese appetizer enjoyed for their crunchy texture and delightful fillings.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Xiaolongbao\"><\/span><strong>7. Xiaolongbao<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>These delicate, soup-filled dumplings burst with flavor in every bite. The thin, delicate skin encapsulates a savory broth and a morsel of meat, creating an explosion of taste and texture.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Chow_Mein\"><\/span><strong>8. Chow Mein<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A stir-fried noodle dish featuring a delightful combination of noodles, vegetables, and sometimes meat or seafood. Chow Mein&#8217;s satisfying flavors and comforting appeal have made it a beloved choice.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Chinese_Barbecue_Char_Siu\"><\/span><strong>9. Chinese Barbecue (Char Siu)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Featuring succulent roasted meats glazed in a sweet and savory sauce, Chinese barbecue, particularly Char Siu, is an enticing dish enjoyed both as a standalone delight and as an accompaniment to various meals.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Sichuan_Cuisine\"><\/span><strong>10. Sichuan Cuisine<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23697\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Top-10-Chinese-Foods-That-Foreigners-Love-Most-Sichuan-Cuisine.jpeg\" alt=\"Top 10 Chinese Foods That Foreigners Love Most-Sichuan Cuisine\" width=\"720\" height=\"485\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Top-10-Chinese-Foods-That-Foreigners-Love-Most-Sichuan-Cuisine.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Top-10-Chinese-Foods-That-Foreigners-Love-Most-Sichuan-Cuisine-300x202.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/>Known for its bold, spicy, and flavorful dishes, Sichuan cuisine offers a diverse range of favorites such as Sichuan hot pot, Dan Dan noodles, and Gong Bao (Kung Pao) dishes, enticing those seeking fiery flavors.<br \/>\nExploring Chinese cuisine offers a journey into a world of diverse tastes and culinary traditions. These top 10 Chinese foods represent just a fraction of the rich tapestry of flavors that continue to captivate and delight foreigners seeking an authentic gastronomic experience.<\/p>\n<div class=\"37c28470d9d6d3cb9ff74e663adb766a\" data-index=\"2\" style=\"float: none; margin:0px 0 0px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3594734025006597\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"font-size: 0px; height: 0px; line-height: 0px; margin: 0; padding: 0; clear: both;\"><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>China&#8217;s culinary landscape is a treasure trove of flavors, textures, and aromas that have enamored&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":25279,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"ngg_post_thumbnail":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[5,49],"tags":[3754,776,774,3753,3747,3745,3749,3748,3750,3746,3037,3751,3752],"class_list":["post-25321","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-culturehistory","category-top","tag-chinese-barbecue","tag-chinese-cuisine","tag-chinese-food","tag-chow-mein","tag-dim-sum","tag-foreigners-favorite-chinese-dishes","tag-hot-pot","tag-kung-pao-chicken","tag-mapo-tofu","tag-peking-duck","tag-sichuan-cuisine","tag-spring-rolls","tag-xiaolongbao"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25321","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=25321"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25321\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":25322,"href":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25321\/revisions\/25322"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/25279"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=25321"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=25321"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=25321"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}