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What utensil did the Chinese use during the Bronze Age for cutting up foods into small pieces?
What utensil did the Chinese use during the Bronze Age for cutting up foods into small pieces?
Bronze cleaver
During which dynasty did the Chinese start using seasonings such as soya sauce, vinegar, and spices in their cooking?
During which dynasty did the Chinese start using seasonings such as soya sauce, vinegar, and spices in their cooking?
Zhou dynasty
What was the importance emphasized by Confucius in Chinese cooking?
What was the importance emphasized by Confucius in Chinese cooking?
Heat application and blending of different flavors
What were the correct applications given in Chinese cooking according to Confucius?
What were the correct applications given in Chinese cooking according to Confucius?
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What was the emphasis in Chinese cooking to achieve a harmonious whole?
What was the emphasis in Chinese cooking to achieve a harmonious whole?
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What type of pot did the Chinese use during the Bronze Age similar to the modern wok?
What type of pot did the Chinese use during the Bronze Age similar to the modern wok?
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What are the main characteristics of Chinese cuisine in terms of harmony?
What are the main characteristics of Chinese cuisine in terms of harmony?
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What are the components of a balanced Chinese meal?
What are the components of a balanced Chinese meal?
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What are the three key ingredients known as the holy trinity of Chinese cooking?
What are the three key ingredients known as the holy trinity of Chinese cooking?
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What important element of Chinese cooking involves matching slices, shreds, cubes, and chunks for a balanced effect?
What important element of Chinese cooking involves matching slices, shreds, cubes, and chunks for a balanced effect?
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What is the most common cooking method used in Chinese cuisine?
What is the most common cooking method used in Chinese cuisine?
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What are the common drinks in Chinese culture that have been consumed for hundreds of years?
What are the common drinks in Chinese culture that have been consumed for hundreds of years?
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