Classic irish and chinese traditional favorites

Thursday, January 15, 2015

Classic irish and chinese traditional favorites

The Irish are a hospitable people, and sharing a meal with family and friends is an integral part of their lives in cities and villages alike. Food is fussy, and dishes are often hearty and substantial.

They all have one thing in common the freshest and best of seasonal ingredients. The fertile soil ensures a ready supply of excellent beef, dairy products and vegetables. An island with miles of coastline and an extensive network of unpolluted rivers and lakes, Ireland is bountifully supplied with superb fish and seafood.

Potatoes are to the Irish what pasta is to the Italians and rice to the Chinese. In the past, the potato was almost all the poor had to eat; bleak necessity has given rise to a vast repertoire of tasty recipes using this versatile vegetable, including savory soups, delicious side dishes and mouthwatering desserts.

This paragraph includes all the classic dishes and traditional favorite, as well as many other recipes for all courses and occasions, from heartwarming soups to delicate desserts and delicious breads. A collection of side dishes using the potato is also included. Irish food is good food in the truest sense of the word and the best of it is very good indeed.

The Chinese have perfected the art of rapid cooking over a period of many centuries. They invented the wok, which ensured ingredients cooked quickly and evenly. This, coincidentally, helped to preserve the color, texture, flavor and nutrients of the food. Stir-frying is the best-known Chinese cooking technique. The ingredients are chopped, sliced or shredded into even-size pieces and then fried in sizzling hot oil in which they are constantly tossed and stirred. The wok is also ideal for other fast-food techniques, such as deep frying and steaming. Bamboo steamers are available in a range of sizes from kitchenware shops and Chinese supermarkets. In Chinese cooking, the emphasis is on quality and freshness: cuts of meat should be lean and tender and vegetables and herbs bright and fresh.

Mention those recipes include favorites, such as Hot & Sour Soup and Pork Chop and more unusual dishes, such as Three Sea Flavors Stir-fry. All can be cooked in less than 20 minutes. The ingredients are generally available from large supermarkets and Chinese food stores, so you can easily enjoy the authentic taste of Chinese cooking in your home.