How to Pair Appetizers and Entrees from an Authentic Chinese Food Menu
A good meal often starts with a small plate that sets the mood for what follows. At Mings restaurant, the range of Pan Asian dishes offers plenty of ways to build a meal around different textures, sauces, and levels of heat. The same idea works when ordering Chinese food: choose an appetizer that prepares the palate for the main dish rather than repeating its strongest flavor. Start with Flavor, Not Just Portion Size When looking through a Chinese food menu, it helps to think about how each dish will taste beside the next one. A crisp, lightly seasoned starter can lead into a saucy entrée, while a spicy appetizer may work better with a milder main course. The aim is to give each dish room to stand out. A few simple points can help when ordering: Pair a rich or fried starter with an entrée that has a lighter sauce. Balance spicy appetizers with mild or gently seasoned main dishes. Choose different textures, such as crispy vegetables before soft noodles or tender seafood. Avoid ord...