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Eating spring pancakes (春饼) is a time-honored tradition in northern China, to celebrate the arrival of spring and pray for a good harvest. A bite of the pancake symbolizes a bite of spring (咬春).

Dumplings, dim sum, and snacks• Vegetables• [Pan-frying]

Spring pancakes with asparagus, eggs, and Chinese sausage

If you like empanadas, calzones, or any type of savory pies, chances are you’ll be charmed by Chinese garlic chive turnovers. With alluring golden shell and luscious filling, these tasty parcels have a lot in common—warming, comforting, versatile, and perfect as a snack, appetizer, or one-dish meal.

Dumplings, dim sum, and snacks• [Pan-frying]

Garlic chive turnovers (韭菜盒子)