Smoothly Simple & Stickily Savoury

As the world’s most populous country, China would not have been able to sustain its one-and-a-half billion people were it not for rice. Grown throughout most of the country, apart from the far north, it is the single most important element in the diet. No southerner would dream of sitting down to a meal without a bowl of fluffy rice, providing the perfect foil for savoury dishes. Noodles made from rice or wheat are also popular. Very versatile, they are used in many dishes, from simple stir-fries to luxurious treats.