Here's what nutritionists order when they get Chinese takeout |
We’ve all got our favorite American adaptations of Chinese cuisine, but menu items like General Tso’s chicken and chop suey, for instance, aren't actually eaten in China. If you want to get Chinese takeout and stick to a healthy diet, it’s a good idea to follow traditionally Chinese ways of eating, not American ones. “I think it’s a common misconception that Chinese food is heavy and greasy and that the portions are oversized,” said Rebecca Valdez, a Taiwanese-American registered dietitian nutritionist. “Chinese people don’t eat this way." We asked several nutritionists to weigh in with their top picks of popular dishes, along with ordering suggestions. |
