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In this classic dish from Beijing, the tender chicken and crunchy walnuts create a nice textural contrast, and the sweetness from tian mian jiang counterbalances the mild bitterness of the walnuts.

Poultry and eggs• [Stir-frying]

Stir-fried chicken and walnuts with tian mian jiang (酱爆核桃鸡丁)

Dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and sesame oil make the steamed chicken aromatic, flavorful, and richly colored.

Poultry and eggs• [Steaming]

Steamed soy sauce chicken

The authentic version of this Sichuanese dish uses only chicken and peanuts as the main ingredients. The optimal ratio of sugar, Zhenjiang vinegar, dark soy sauce, and light soy sauce creates balanced and layered flavors.

Poultry and eggs• [Stir-frying]

Gong Bao chicken (宫保鸡丁)

This Uyghur-style rice with chicken and carrots, called polo, polov, or pulao, is very similar to rice dishes from other Central Asian countries that are variations of pilaf originated in Persia.

Poultry and eggs• [Simmering]

Uyghur-style rice with chicken and carrots

The way of preparing a bowl of crossing-the-bridge noodles is unique and fun, and the resultant dish is incredibly tasty and satisfying.

Rice, noodles, and grains• [Simmering]

Yunnan crossing-the-bridge noodles (云南过桥米线)

This is a popular dish in many parts of China. Chicken and whole chestnuts are braised together until their flavors meld. The sugar in the nuts adds a subtle sweetness to the sauce, and its starch thickens the sauce beautifully.

Poultry and eggs• [Simmering]

Braised chicken with chestnuts

Fresh green soybeans taste wonderfully sweet and tender, with a lovely snap when you bit into them. A quick stir-fry with chicken and tomatoes creates a bright and clean dish with savory (umami), sweet, and sour flavors.

Soybeans and tofu• Vegetables• [Stir-frying]

Stir-fried green soybeans with heirloom tomatoes and chicken

These Shanghai-style cold noodles, with an assortment of toppings and a fragrant sesame and peanut sauce, are refreshing in hot weather.

Cold dishes and salads• Rice, noodles, and grains• [Boiling/Poaching]

Cold noodles with sesame and peanut sauce