A Traditional Chinese Dish Of Green String Beans With Red Chili Pepper, Served In A White Plate. Beijing, China. Royalty-Free Stock Photo

Chinese cuisine is one of the most ancient in the world. There are eight varieties of Chinese cuisine, which are distributed according to the region. Like the French, the Chinese value gastronomy and eat many local plants and animals. Cooks in ancient China had the same status as important officials. Chinese cuisine is very healthy, since most dishes are cooked in a special wok pan, on an open fire, for a very short time. As a result, all the vitamins are preserved, and the food is not fat and fresh.