Chinese food has become increasingly popular in the United States, and many different Chinese dishes are enjoyed as appetizers. When it comes to Nashua Chinese restaurants, guests often find similar offerings. So, how do you choose? Here at San Francisco Kitchen, we take pride in offering made to order, fresh food that sets us above the rest in quality and service.
When visiting, here are some of the most popular appetizers to consider trying!
Egg Rolls
Deep-fried rolls are filled with a variety of ingredients, such as cabbage, carrots, and pork. They are often served with sweet and sour sauce or hot mustard. With versatility in the filling, egg rolls top the chart in popularity.
Potstickers
Often pan-fried, these dumplings can also be steamed, depending on the chef. Potstickers are filled with meat or vegetables and served with a soy-based dipping sauce.
Crab Rangoon
Rangoon seems simple, but the variations can be significant. These deep-fried wontons are filled with a mixture of cream cheese, crab meat, and seasonings. They’re also served with sweet and sour sauce. However, the filling is a delicate balance of just the right ratio of ingredients to create an enjoyable dining experience.
Spring Rolls
Spring rolls are similar to egg rolls but are not deep-fried and typically smaller in size. They are often filled with a combination of vegetables and served with a sweet and sour sauce.
Fried Rice
Fried rice is a timeless Chinese dish with cooked rice tossed with stir-fried vegetables, meat, and eggs. It’s a popular appetizer and can be customized to include different proteins and vegetables.
Kung Pao Chicken
This spicy dish is created with diced chicken, peanuts, vegetables, and chili peppers, stir-fried in a spicy sauce.
Sesame Tofu
Made with tofu that is deep-fried and coated in a sweet and savory sauce. Sesame tofu contains sesame, soy sauce, and sugar.
Hot and Sour Soup
A popular Chinese soup, hot and sour, is made with a combination of ingredients such as tofu, mushrooms, and bamboo shoots in a spicy and sour broth.
Wonton Soup
Featuring small wontons filled with meat or vegetables in a savory broth, wonton soup is filling and always hits the spot.
Moo Shu Pork
Made with marinated shredded pork, scrambled eggs, and vegetables, moo shu pork is typically served with thin pancakes.
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While American-Chinese cuisine differs from others across the world, many of the dishes remain close in similarly. When you’re craving some of the best appetizers in town, don’t waste time searching through endless options of Chinese restaurants ‘near me’. Visit San Francisco Kitchen instead!
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