Jiaoquan
''Jiao quan'' (; or xiaoyougui; also called ''fried ring'') is a dish from Beijing cuisine. It has a golden color and is shaped like a bracelet. It feels crispy and crunchy when eaten. The unique taste of it is very popular in Beijing cuisine. People usually eat jiaoquan with shaobing and douzhi. Jiao quan is a special Beijing local food. The shape of it is like a doughnut A doughnut or donut () is a type of pastry made from leavened fried dough. It is popular in many countries and is prepared in various forms as a sweet snack that can be homemade or purchased in bakeries, supermarkets, food stalls, and fran ..., but it has a crispier texture. References Beijing cuisine Chinese breads {{bread-stub ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Beijing Cuisine
Beijing cuisine, also known as Jing cuisine, Mandarin cuisine and Peking cuisine and formerly as Beiping cuisine, is the local cuisine of Beijing, the national capital of China. Background As Beijing has been the capital of China for centuries, its cuisine is influenced by culinary traditions from all over China, but the style that has the greatest influence on Beijing cuisine is that of the eastern coastal province of Shandong cuisine, Shandong.Wang, Juling, ''Famous Dishes of Famous Restaurant in Beijing'', Golden Shield Publishing House in Beijing, December, 2000, Xu, Chengbei, ''Ancient Beijing, Customs of the General Populace of Ancient Beijing'', Jiangsu Fine Arts Publishing House in Nanjing, September, 1999, Hua Mengyang and Zhang Hongjie, ''Lives of the residents of Ancient Beijing'', Shandong Pictorial Publishing House in Jinan, June, 2000, Du, Fuxiang and Guo, Yunhui, ''Famous Restaurants in China'', China Tourism Publishing House in Beijing, 1982 Beijing cuisine has i ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Shaobing
Shaobing ( zh, p=shāobǐng, w=shao-ping), also called huoshao, is a type of baked, unleavened, layered flatbread in northern Chinese cuisine. Shaobing can be made with or without stuffing, and with or without sesame on top. Shaobing contains a variety of stuffings that can be grouped into two main flavors: savory or sweet. Some common stuffings include red bean paste, black sesame soup, black sesame paste, stir-fried mung beans with egg and tofu, braised beef, smoked meat, or beef or pork with spices. Shaobing is not very well known in Northern and southern China, southern China, unlike other northern dishes like mantou, baozi, and youtiao. Most Shaobing are popular in Northern and southern China, the northern part of China. Different types of shaobing are often associated with certain cities and towns. Shaobing is a common breakfast item. Filled shaobing are usually eaten with soy milk and tea, while unfilled ones are usually eaten with Chinese steamed eggs, steamed eggs or a ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Douzhi
''Douzhi'' (, literally mung bean milk) is a traditional fermented drink from Beijing cuisine similar to soy milk, with a recorded history of over 300 years. Made as a byproduct of cellophane noodle production, it has a light gray color and a distinct, slightly sour smell, with hints of green vegetables and cooked potatoes. Historical background and cultural significance Douzhi originated during the Liao and Song dynasties, when Beijing was a key center in northern China. During this period, residents of Beijing, including both royal family members and Han officials, enjoyed Douzhi as a breakfast staple. By the Qing dynasty, Douzhi’s popularity had even reached the imperial court. Records from the Qianlong era note an official report to the emperor suggesting that Douzhi be inspected for cleanliness, and if deemed suitable, to serve it within the palace. In modern Beijing, Douzhi is more than just a drink—it is a symbol of local culinary tradition and an experience for ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Doughnut
A doughnut or donut () is a type of pastry made from leavened fried dough. It is popular in many countries and is prepared in various forms as a sweet snack that can be homemade or purchased in bakeries, supermarkets, food stalls, and franchised specialty vendors. ''Doughnut'' is the traditional spelling, while ''donut'' is the simplified version; the terms are used interchangeably. Doughnuts are usually deep fried from a flour dough, but other types of batters can also be used. Various toppings and flavors are used for different types, such as sugar, chocolate or maple glazing. Doughnuts may also include water, leavening, eggs, milk, sugar, oil, shortening, and natural or artificial flavors. The two most common types are the ring doughnut and the filled doughnut, which is injected with fruit preserves (the jelly doughnut), cream, custard, or other sweet fillings. Small pieces of dough are sometimes cooked as doughnut holes. Once fried, doughnuts may be glazed with ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |