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An overview of the cuisine of Guangxi, China

Guilin rice noodles, a staple of Guangxi cuisine

Guangxi cuisine (Chinese: ___; pinyin: Gu_ngx_ cài ) is the cuisine of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region in southern China. It is known for its use of fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and a variety of cooking techniques. The cuisine reflects the diverse cultural influences of the region, including those of the Zhuang people, the largest ethnic minority in China.

Characteristics

Guangxi cuisine is characterized by its use of sour and spicy flavors, often achieved through the use of pickled vegetables and chili peppers. The region's cuisine also makes extensive use of rice, which is a staple food in Guangxi. Dishes often feature a balance of flavors and textures, with an emphasis on freshness and seasonality.

Notable Dishes

Guilin Rice Noodles

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A bowl of Guilin rice noodles

One of the most famous dishes from Guangxi is Guilin rice noodles (Chinese: ____; pinyin: Guìlín m_f_n ). This dish consists of rice noodles served in a flavorful broth, often accompanied by pickled vegetables, peanuts, and various meats such as beef or pork. The noodles are known for their smooth texture and are a popular breakfast item in the region.

Luosifen

Another popular dish is Luosifen (Chinese: ___; pinyin: luós_f_n ), a type of rice noodle soup that is famous for its pungent smell and spicy, sour taste. The broth is made from river snails and is typically served with pickled bamboo shoots, tofu skin, and peanuts.

Zhuang Cuisine

The Zhuang people have their own unique culinary traditions, which include dishes such as "sour meat" (Chinese: __; pinyin: su_n ròu ), where meat is fermented with rice and spices, and "bamboo-tube rice" (Chinese: ___; pinyin: zhút_ng fàn ), where rice is cooked inside bamboo tubes.

Cooking Techniques

Guangxi cuisine employs a variety of cooking techniques, including stir-frying, steaming, and braising. The use of fresh herbs and spices is common, and many dishes are prepared with a focus on preserving the natural flavors of the ingredients.

Cultural Influences

The cuisine of Guangxi is influenced by the region's diverse ethnic groups, including the Zhuang, Yao, and Dong peoples. Each group contributes its own unique flavors and cooking methods, resulting in a rich and varied culinary tradition.

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-'''Guangxi Cuisine''' is a style of cooking that originates from the [[Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region]] in southern [[China]]. It is known for its fresh and sour flavors, and its use of local ingredients such as rice noodles, bamboo shoots, and freshwater fish.
+{{Short description|An overview of the cuisine of Guangxi, China}}
-== History ==
+[[File:____(Guilin_Rice_Noodle_).jpg|thumb|right|Guilin rice noodles, a staple of Guangxi cuisine]]
-The history of Guangxi cuisine dates back to the ancient [[Zhuang people]], who have lived in the region for thousands of years. The Zhuang people developed a unique culinary tradition based on the local ingredients available to them, such as rice, fish, and a variety of fruits and vegetables.
-== Ingredients ==
+'''Guangxi cuisine''' ({{zh|c=___|p=Gu_ngx_ cài}}) is the cuisine of the [[Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region]] in southern [[China]]. It is known for its use of fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and a variety of cooking techniques. The cuisine reflects the diverse cultural influences of the region, including those of the [[Zhuang people]], the largest ethnic minority in China.
-Guangxi cuisine makes extensive use of local ingredients. Rice is a staple food in Guangxi, and is used in a variety of dishes, including [[rice noodles]] and rice cakes. Freshwater fish, such as carp and catfish, are also commonly used. Fruits and vegetables, including bamboo shoots, taro, and bitter melon, are also important components of Guangxi cuisine.
-== Dishes ==
+==Characteristics==
-Some of the most famous dishes in Guangxi cuisine include [[Luosifen]], a rice noodle soup flavored with river snails and pork bones, and [[Beer Fish]], a dish made with fish cooked in beer. Other popular dishes include [[Bamboo Rice]], which is rice cooked in a hollow section of bamboo, and [[Stuffed Bitter Melon]], a dish made with bitter melon stuffed with minced meat and vegetables.
+Guangxi cuisine is characterized by its use of sour and spicy flavors, often achieved through the use of pickled vegetables and chili peppers. The region's cuisine also makes extensive use of rice, which is a staple food in Guangxi. Dishes often feature a balance of flavors and textures, with an emphasis on freshness and seasonality.
-== Influence ==
+==Notable Dishes==
-Guangxi cuisine has had a significant influence on the culinary traditions of other regions in China, particularly those in the south. It has also gained popularity internationally, with Guangxi restaurants opening in cities around the world.
-== See also ==
+===Guilin Rice Noodles===
+[[File:____(Guilin_Rice_Noodle_).jpg|thumb|left|A bowl of Guilin rice noodles]]
+One of the most famous dishes from Guangxi is [[Guilin rice noodles]] ({{zh|c=____|p=Guìlín m_f_n}}). This dish consists of rice noodles served in a flavorful broth, often accompanied by pickled vegetables, peanuts, and various meats such as beef or pork. The noodles are known for their smooth texture and are a popular breakfast item in the region.
+===Luosifen===
+Another popular dish is [[Luosifen]] ({{zh|c=___|p=luós_f_n}}), a type of rice noodle soup that is famous for its pungent smell and spicy, sour taste. The broth is made from river snails and is typically served with pickled bamboo shoots, tofu skin, and peanuts.
+===Zhuang Cuisine===
+The [[Zhuang people]] have their own unique culinary traditions, which include dishes such as "sour meat" ({{zh|c=__|p=su_n ròu}}), where meat is fermented with rice and spices, and "bamboo-tube rice" ({{zh|c=___|p=zhút_ng fàn}}), where rice is cooked inside bamboo tubes.
+==Cooking Techniques==
+Guangxi cuisine employs a variety of cooking techniques, including stir-frying, steaming, and braising. The use of fresh herbs and spices is common, and many dishes are prepared with a focus on preserving the natural flavors of the ingredients.
+==Cultural Influences==
+The cuisine of Guangxi is influenced by the region's diverse ethnic groups, including the [[Zhuang]], [[Yao people|Yao]], and [[Dong people|Dong]] peoples. Each group contributes its own unique flavors and cooking methods, resulting in a rich and varied culinary tradition.
+==Related pages==
 * [[Chinese cuisine]]
 * [[Zhuang people]]
-* [[Guangxi]]
+* [[Guilin]]
+* [[Luosifen]]
 [[Category:Chinese cuisine]]
-[[Category:Regional cuisines of China]]
 [[Category:Guangxi]]
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