When we look around the world, each country has its own unique food culture that reflects their history, geography, and way of life. Raw beef, which is preferred by Americans, live octopus, which is loved by Koreans, and sashimi, which is beloved by Japan, are all unique scenery on the table in these countries. So, as China with a history of 5,000 years of civilization, what are the unique delicacies on our table?
1. Eating Beef Raw: American Western Style
In the United States, eating beef raw is a unique food culture. This dietary Xi originated in the western cowboy era of the United States, when cowboys needed high-protein foods for energy when working outdoors, so they chose to eat raw beef. Although this way of eating may seem primitive in modern times, it has become an American food tradition and is seen as a symbol of bravery and strength.
2. Live octopus: the charm of Korean seafood
Unlike raw beef in the United States, live octopus, which Koreans love, is a seafood delicacy. In Korean seafood markets, you can see many stalls selling live octopus. Koreans like to eat it peeled straight away, believing that this is the only way to truly experience the deliciousness of octopus. Although this way of eating may be difficult for some people to accept, it is an ultimate treat for Koreans who love seafood.
3. Sashimi: Japan's Gift of the Sea
Japan is an island nation surrounded by the sea, and the sea provides an abundance of ingredients for the Japanese people. Among them, sashimi is an indispensable delicacy on the Japanese table. Whether it's an upscale sushi restaurant or an ordinary family table, you can see sashimi. Japanese people believe that sashimi preserves the freshness and nutrition of the fish as much as possible, so they like to eat it directly by cutting it into thin slices and dipping it in soy sauce and wasabi.
Fourth, Chinese cuisine: broad and profound, unique
So, as China with a long history and rich culture, what are the unique delicacies on our table? Chinese cuisine is broad and profound, with unique styles, including elegant court dishes and down-to-earth folk snacks. Then you know, what do Chinese like to eat raw?
Sashimi, some people may say, sashimi is not Japanese, but in fact, sashimi in the southern coastal areas of China has a very long history. Especially in Guangdong, Fujian and other places, fresh fish meat is cut into thin slices and paired with special sauces, which not only retains the freshness and tenderness of the fish, but also adds a rich taste. Compared to Japanese sashimi, Chinese sashimi pays more attention to the combination of sauces, and sometimes some coriander, chopped peanuts, etc. as a condiment.
Preserved eggs, also known as millennium eggs or hundred-year-old eggs, are made from duck eggs after special treatment. Although it is called a "skinned" egg, it is actually raw. The white part of the preserved egg becomes opaque and gives it a beautiful texture, while the yolk is soft. Peel it off and eat it directly, it has a delicious taste, a bit like cheese, with a hint of alkaline flavor. Many Chinese like to cut preserved eggs into small pieces and make them into cold dishes with tofu and coriander.
Drunken shrimp, this is a traditional dish in Jiangsu and Zhejiang. Fresh river prawns are marinated in a special sake sauce, and the shrimp are "drunk" in the sake, but still alive. When eating, the shrimp meat is fresh and tender, with a faint aroma of wine, which makes people have an endless aftertaste.
Raw pickles, in the Chaoshan region, raw pickles are a very popular delicacy. It is mainly marinated with fresh seafood, such as crabs, shrimp, blood clams, etc. After these seafood are cut into small pieces, they are marinated for a while with seasonings such as garlic, chili, vinegar, soy sauce, etc., and they are ready to eat. The raw pickled taste is delicious, moderately sour and spicy, and very appetizing.
In addition to the above-mentioned representative foods, some regions of China also have traditions such as eating raw beef and raw horse meat. In Guangxi and other regions, people like to eat duck eggs raw. They crack the duck eggs into a bowl, add some spices such as soy sauce, vinegar, chili, etc., and eat them directly. This is a smooth and tender way to eat, with the characteristic aroma of duck eggs.
In modern China, with the diversification of food culture and the rise of healthy eating, eating raw vegetable salad has gradually become a popular way to eat. People can choose from a variety of fresh vegetables, fruits, nuts, etc., and pair them with their favorite sauces to make a delicious and healthy salad.
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