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Favorite Americanized-Chinese dishes??
As my farewell to holiday dietary indescretion for 2007, I enjoyed a big order of wor shu op ("pressed duck") last night. It is delicious, decadent and reserved for rare, special "by myself" cravings (it's a dish I don't want to share). I finished it off this morning for breakfast.
A small Chinese restaurant (Lin Garden) here in Temple Terrace, FL (Tampa, FL) makes it several times a week, It's delicious, thick slices of boneless duck, deep fried, covered with toasted, sliced almonds and served on a bed of crispy lettuce. A generous side of a rich, creamy yellowish/brown sauce (not sweet) is served alongside.
This is the sort of "Chinese" dish that satisfies a certain spot in my tummy other foods don't quite hit. Definitely comfort food.
This post has me thinking that maybe I'll postpone my return to prudent eating one more day and have another order tonight! My cardiologist would not be amused.
P.S. This "Chinese" dish should not be confused with the French "Le canard à la presse" as served at La Tour d'Argent. There is no special press required to prepare Wor shu op.
