Staple Foods in China

Chinese love to eat, and Chinese food includes a large variety of ingredients, which can be reflected well in the saying (although it is a bit exaggerated): "the Chinese eat everything with four legs, except for tables, and everything that flies, except for airplanes".

Rice

Rice is a major staple food in China. It is mainly grown in southern China. Chinese people eat rice almost every day for meals. People also use rice to produce wine and beer. It is one of the most popular foods in China and is used in many dishes.

One of the most popular dishes is Yangzhou fried rice. Learn more about rice dishes.

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Noodles

Noodles are a basic staple food in China. Chinese people love noodles very much, especially in the north. Chinese noodles are generally made from wheat flour, rice flour, or mung bean starch.

Noodles are often served in soup, or stir-fried with meat, eggs, or vegetables. Learn more about Chinese noodles.

Tofu (Bean Curd)

Tofu, or bean curd, is a food of Chinese origin. It is made from soy milk, water, and a curdling agent.

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Tofu contains little fat and is high in protein, calcium, and iron. It has been a staple of Chinese and Asian cuisine since ancient times, and has recently become a popular ingredient used in Western vegetarian dishes.

It is served in soups, salads, and stir-fried dishes. The most popular tofu dish is mapo tofu.

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