Fun Food Trivia
TRIVIA QUESTION: I was one of the first animals to be domesticated. In China, my meat is so highly esteemed that at one point the Emperor issued a decree ordering Chinese farmers to raise and breed me. In ancient times, I was sometimes buried with my breeder. Christopher Columbus introduced me to the New World, while Hernando de Soto brought me to North America. Today, I have the honor of being the most popular meat in the world. What am I?
TRIVIA ANSWER: Pork. Although beef is eaten in China, cattle have
always been valued more as a work animal than a food source. In China, the
word "meat" has traditionally been synonymous with pork. Pork is especially popular in southern
China; while
restaurants often prepare it poorly, sweet and sour pork is an authentic Chinese
dish. Nutritionally, pork is low in fat and thought to be a digestive aid.
Recipes:
Asian-Style Roast Pork Tenderloin
Much Ado About Mu Shu
- a feature about Mu Shu Pork, with recipes
Sweet and Sour Pork,
Cantonese Style
Twice
Cooked Pork - pork is boiled and then stir-fried in this simple Szechuan
dish
