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Jan 7, 2018 · 1. Shrimp and Vegetables With Black Bean Sauce. "You get lean protein from the shrimp, and lots of antioxidants, fiber, and even a bit of water from the veggies," says Keri Glassman, M.S., R.D.,...
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- Steamed dumplings. Dumplings offered at a Chinese restaurant are pockets of dough filled with seasoned meat and vegetables, usually pork and cabbage. They are often fried, but you can choose to have them steamed instead to cut down on calories and fat.
- Hot and sour soup or egg drop soup. Hot and sour soup is made with mushrooms, bamboo shoots, eggs, and ginger in chicken broth. It also contains vinegar and spices, which add the hot and sour components to the dish.
- Moo goo gai pan. Moo goo gai pan is a lightly sauced chicken and vegetable stir-fry dish that contains mushrooms, broccoli, carrots, and water chestnuts.
- Beef and broccoli. Beef and broccoli is a simple dish of stir-fried beef and broccoli tossed in a light sauce. It’s a relatively healthy dish that’s low in carbs and high in protein.
Apr 29, 2024 · 12 Healthiest Chinese Food Takeout Dishes Registered dietitians explain how you can skip the excess of salt, sugar and calories. By Karen Cicero Updated: Apr 29, 2024
Nov 23, 2020 · These 16 Dishes Are Some of the Healthiest Options for Chinese Takeout. How we chose. Appetizers. Carb sides. Meat. Vegetables. Ordering tips. American Chinese vs. Chinese food. At a...
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- Moo Goo Gai Pan. An Americanized Chinese takeout version of a traditional Cantonese dish, moo goo gai pan consists of button mushrooms (moo goo), stir-fried chicken slices (gai pan) and other veggies like bok choy, snow peas, water chestnuts and bamboo shoots cooked in a light sauce made from soy sauce, sesame oil and chicken broth.
- Shrimp or Beef and Broccoli. Shrimp is already low-cal to begin with, so it’s a good starting point for this takeout classic. The beef version often contains flank steak, which is very lean.
- Buddha’s Delight. As far as authenticity goes, Buddha’s delight (Luóhàn zhai) is the real deal. It was originally eaten by Buddhist monks, who are vegetarian, but has gained popularity all over the world.
- Moo Shu Anything. Traditionally made with pork, this Northern Chinese dish also has variations with chicken, vegetables, beef, shrimp or tofu. Authentic Chinese versions contain scallions, mushrooms and scrambled eggs seasoned with ginger, garlic and rice wine (that you eat wrapped in thin pancakes), but western recipes can also have cabbage, water chestnuts and other veggies.
Sep 7, 2022 · The Healthiest Chinese Takeout Menu Options, According To Nutritionists. Whether you're eating at home or dining out with a big group, here are the best dishes to order. By Julie Kendrick. Sep 7, 2022, 05:45 AM EDT. VIEW COMMENTS. Elena Yeryomenko / 500px via Getty Images.
Oct 4, 2018 · 5 Healthy Chinese Food Orders That'll Save You Hundreds of Calories From beef and broccoli to chicken lo mein, we found the healthiest swaps for your favorite dishes. by Tiffany Ayuda...
