{"id":13832,"date":"2009-11-07T01:00:39","date_gmt":"2009-11-07T06:00:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/?p=13832"},"modified":"2010-03-05T15:54:29","modified_gmt":"2010-03-05T20:54:29","slug":"how-to-dine-out-chinese-food","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/11\/how-to-dine-out-chinese-food\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Dine Out: Chinese Food"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Chinese food is a genre of food with various flavors and sauces that can be very yummy, but also pack a punch in terms of calories.  Depending on where you go for your Chinese food, you can in many instances find buffet options and quick serve restaurants in your local mall or shopping center.  Beware of buffets, as with any genre of food, because this type of eating provides too many temptations for over-filling the plate and repeat visits.<a title=\"chinese shrimp\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/11\/how-to-dine-out-chinese-food\/\" target=\"_self\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-13850\" title=\"chinese shrimp\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/11\/chinese-shrimp.jpg\" alt=\"chinese shrimp\" width=\"300\" height=\"179\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Popular dishes such as Sesame Chicken, Sweet and Sour Chicken and General Tso\u2019s Chicken should not be kept on your list of go-to options.  These types of meals are fried \u2013 a major offense right off the bat and then covered in sauces that are full of sugar and in some cases MSG, which is not something you want to be ingesting.  Check out my newsletter article from June 2026 where I highlight the <a title=\"negative effects of MSG\" href=\"http:\/\/www.eatlivelaugh.com\/newsletter\/June_2008_newsletter.html\" target=\"_self\">negative effects of MSG<\/a>.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>Beware of sauces that you don\u2019t have control over that are found in most Chinese entrees; a sauce can signify the food has been fried.  Additionally, Lo Mein noodles are another fried entr\u00e9e that is typically over the top in the use of oil.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Chinese entr\u00e9e recommendations and tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Appetizer \u2013 Start your meal with two of the more common soups on the average Chinese menu, either Egg Drop or Sweet and Sour. You&#8217;ll keep your initial calorie count under 100.  This start will help satiate your appetite and prevent the indulgence into higher calorie count foods.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li> Steamed \u2013 Entr\u00e9es that are steamed are your best friend in a Chinese restaurant.  You can order vegetable as well as poultry dishes steamed with a sauce of choice on the side. This allows you to stay in control of your meal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li> Rice \u2013 When offered the option, always opt for brown rice.  <a title=\"brown rice\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/10\/brown-rice-added-to-fda-list-of-whole-grains\/\" target=\"_self\">Brown rice<\/a> provides fiber and protein, while also helping you to feel fuller longer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li> Dessert \u2013 Many Chinese restaurants will provide you with freshly cut fruit after your meal, which is a great end to your meal.  You will also likely be provided with fortune cookies as well, fun treats with hidden messages inside.  One cookie can add up to 50 calories, so allow yourself to enjoy, but avoid eating all that are provided to your table!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a title=\"sesame peanut noodles recipe\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/recipes\/sesame-peanut-noodles\/\" target=\"_self\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-13851\" title=\"sesame peanut noodles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/11\/sesame-peanut-noodles.gif\" alt=\"sesame peanut noodles\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/11\/sesame-peanut-noodles.gif 300w, https:\/\/dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/11\/sesame-peanut-noodles-150x150.gif 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><strong>Also try these <a title=\"healthy chinese recipes\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/recipes\/categories\/asian-dishes\/\" target=\"_self\">healthy Chinese recipes<\/a> at home:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"asian salad recipe\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/recipes\/asian-chopped-salad\/\" target=\"_self\">Asian Chopped Salad<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"sesame peanut noodles recipe\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/recipes\/sesame-peanut-noodles\/\" target=\"_self\">Sesame Peanut Noodles<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"pork stir fry recipe\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/recipes\/pork-stir-fry-with-garlic-broccoli\/\" target=\"_self\">Pork Stir-Fry with Garlic Broccoli<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"chinese turkey recipes\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/recipes\/oriental-grilled-turkey-tenderloin\/\" target=\"_self\">Oriental Grilled Turkey Tenderloin<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"healthy kung pao chicken recipe\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/recipes\/kung-pao-chicken\/\" target=\"_self\">Kung Pao Chicken<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"teriyaki tofu recipe\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/recipes\/daves-teriyaki-tofu\/\" target=\"_self\">Teriyaki Tofu<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Stay tuned next week as the How to Dine Out Series continues with \u201cHow to Dine Out: Pub Food\u201d.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Chinese food is a genre of food with various flavors and sauces that can be very yummy, but also pack a punch in terms of calories. 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