The culture and recipes of China

Egg-fried rice, pork dumplings, hot and sour soup who wants Chinese tonight? In this delightful and delicious volume, readers are invited to prepare some of the tastiest food in the world for their family and friends as well as discover more about the geography, climate, and many peoples of this expansive country. Each recipe includes a list of ingredients followed by step-by-step instructions and instructive photographs. Young cooks will also come to understand why these foods are so prevalent in China, with the help of cultural insights and Did You Know? info boxes. "Did You Know?" Fun Fact Boxes, Full-Color Photographs, Further Information Section, Glossary, Index, Maps, Recipes, Websites.