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Guangdong cuisine recipes 17+
China's eight major cuisines
浩杰 姬
Designed for iPhone
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- USD 1.99
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Description
Chinese Cantonese cuisine, hailing from the southern province of Guangdong in China, is renowned for its delicate flavors, intricate cooking techniques, and a wide array of ingredients that showcase the region's rich maritime resources and tropical climate. This culinary art form is not only deeply rooted in tradition but also constantly evolving, absorbing influences from neighboring cultures while preserving its distinct identity.
Key Characteristics:
Emphasis on Freshness and Seasonality: Cantonese cuisine places great importance on using fresh, seasonal ingredients, often sourced directly from local farms, fisheries, and markets. This ensures that dishes are bursting with natural flavors and textures.
Light and Delicate Flavors: Known for its "qing" (清淡) or light and clear flavors, Cantonese cooking avoids heavy sauces and spices, preferring to let the inherent taste of ingredients shine through. Techniques like steaming, braising, and stir-frying are commonly employed to preserve the freshness and nutrients of ingredients.
Diverse Cooking Techniques: The region boasts a vast array of cooking methods, including poaching, roasting, deep-frying, and the iconic dim sum preparation, which encompasses both steaming and baking in small, bite-sized portions.
Seafood Specialties: Being a coastal province, Guangdong is renowned for its seafood dishes. From fresh fish, shellfish, and crustaceans to dried seafood, these ingredients are prepared in myriad ways, showcasing the chef's skill and creativity.
Soup Culture: Cantonese cuisine is also famous for its soups, which are believed to nourish and balance the body. These soups often feature a clear broth, enriched with a variety of meats, seafood, and herbs, simmered for hours to extract maximum flavor and nutritional value.
Dim Sum: Perhaps the most iconic aspect of Cantonese cuisine, dim sum refers to a variety of small, bite-sized dishes served in steamer baskets or on carts. From steamed dumplings and buns filled with savory or sweet fillings to delicate pastries and rice rolls, dim sum offers a delightful culinary experience that is enjoyed by locals and tourists alike.
Use of Aromatic Herbs and Spices: While Cantonese cuisine is generally mild, it does make use of aromatic herbs and spices like ginger, garlic, scallions, and Chinese five-spice powder to enhance flavors and balance dishes.
Influences and Variations:
Cantonese cuisine is a vibrant and diverse culinary tradition that embodies the essence of southern China's rich culinary heritage. Its emphasis on freshness, light flavors, and intricate cooking techniques has made it a beloved cuisine enjoyed by people around the world.
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- 浩杰 姬
- Size
- 75.1 MB
- Category
- Utilities
- Compatibility
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- iPhone
- Requires iOS 13.0 or later.
- iPod touch
- Requires iOS 13.0 or later.
- Mac
- Requires macOS 11.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
- Apple Vision
- Requires visionOS 1.0 or later.
- Languages
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English
- Age Rating
- 17+
- Copyright
- ©Copyright 2021~2024 All Rights Reserved by Haojie
- Price
- USD 1.99
Supports
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Family Sharing
Up to six family members can use this app with Family Sharing enabled.