Macaroni chinois

Macaroni chinois
TypeStir fry
CourseMain course
Place of originQuebec City, Canada
Associated cuisineCanadian Chinese cuisine
Serving temperatureHot
Main ingredientsMacaroni

Macaroni chinois (French: Chinese macaroni), sometimes called fried macaroni, is a dish from Canadian Chinese cuisine. The dish is commonly served in Chinese restaurants in Quebec. It was invented by Chinese restaurant owners in Quebec City during the mid-20th century to fit the tastes of local Canadian customers.

The dish is a local adaptation, rather than a traditional Chinese recipe, with soy sauce being the primary ingredient from Chinese cuisine.

Description

It is a type of stir fry that consists of elbow macaroni with vegetables and meat, typically beef or pork in a sauce that contains soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce. Various recipes may call for onions, peppers, broccoli, carrots, celery or other vegetables.

See also

References

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