{"product_id":"50-from-the-north-beijing-recipes-paperback","title":"50 From the North Beijing Recipes - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eKelly Johnson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeijing cuisine, also known as \u003cem\u003eNorthern Chinese\u003c\/em\u003e cuisine, is characterized by its emphasis on hearty, robust flavors, with a focus on wheat-based ingredients like noodles, dumplings, and buns. The dishes often incorporate savory, soy-based sauces, and are typically less spicy than other regional Chinese cuisines. Classic dishes such as \u003cem\u003ePeking duck\u003c\/em\u003e, known for its crispy skin and tender meat, are among the most iconic of Beijing's offerings. Other beloved dishes include \u003cem\u003ezhajiangmian\u003c\/em\u003e (noodles with soybean paste), \u003cem\u003ebaozi\u003c\/em\u003e (steamed buns), and \u003cem\u003ejiaozi\u003c\/em\u003e (dumplings), all of which are staple comfort foods in Beijing. The rich, aromatic broths, tender meats, and flavorful stir-fries that come from local ingredients like cabbage, scallions, and mushrooms are also staples in the everyday meals of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the savory dishes, Beijing cuisine boasts a variety of street food and snacks that have become integral to the city's food culture. \u003cem\u003eChuanr\u003c\/em\u003e (skewered meat), often grilled with a combination of cumin and chili powder, and \u003cem\u003ebaozi\u003c\/em\u003e filled with pork or vegetables, are popular street foods, often enjoyed with a refreshing cup of \u003cem\u003esoy milk\u003c\/em\u003e. \u003cem\u003eMao er duo\u003c\/em\u003e (deep-fried dough), often served as a breakfast dish, provides a crispy, chewy texture to the morning meal. Beijing is also known for its rich pastries, including \u003cem\u003etanghulu\u003c\/em\u003e (candied hawthorn fruit on a stick), offering a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors. With a blend of diverse influences and a focus on satisfying, hearty dishes, Beijing's culinary scene represents the bold, rustic flavors of Northern China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 56\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.12 x 11 x 8.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 20, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67547230929145,"sku":"9798349302459","price":32.38,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2782\/3097\/files\/Pa1qWHfORj9798349302459.webp?v=1793379118","url":"https:\/\/bookscloud.io\/products\/50-from-the-north-beijing-recipes-paperback","provider":"BooksCloud Book Dropshipping","version":"1.0","type":"link"}