An Overview Of The 8 Culinary Styles Found In Chinese Cuisine
These are eight distinct culinary styles found in Chinese cuisine, and each style is linked to one of the country's regions. Here's an overview of the cooking methods, popular ingredients and popular dishes for each of the eight culinary styles:
Cantonese
Cantonese cuisine originates from the Guangdong province in southern China. Food is sautéed or stewed slowly and tender meat dishes are served with slightly sweet sauces, such as plum sauce and hoisin sauce.