23 delicious foods you should eat in China

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China is a large country that's home to many rich, flavorful dishes.

Although there are staples that can be found throughout the country, the cuisine varies greatly from region to region.

Shanghai boasts xiao long bao (soup dumplings), while Beijing has Peking duck.

Keep scrolling for 24 delicious dishes to try on your next trip to China.

To make cong or tsong you bing — a savory pancake — chopped scallions are baked into a doughy flatbread.

The combination of tender duck meat and crispy skin makes Peking duck one of Beijing's tastiest dishes. If you're looking for the authentic experience, eat your duck wrapped in a pancake with scallions, cucumbers, and hoisin sauce.

Yu xiang rou si features shredded pork doused in hot garlic sauce with sauteed vegetables like mushrooms and peppers. The dish originated in the southwestern province of Sichuan.