The Veracity About Your Esteemed Chinese Recipe -- Chop Suey

If you are asked to name at least one mouthwatering inclusion in a sumptuous Chinese fine dine, I bet you'll instantly quip Chop Suey, which literally translates "mixed pieces". But did you know that when you move to Mainland China, there's no such thing as "Chop Suey" and they will only indicate to it by adding "American" to it?

Chop Suey is basically a assortment of quickly cooked vegetables and/or meat in thick sauce prepared with starch modification can be all-vegetable or what some would say as special preparation. American Chop Suey, however, is downright different for it has already assimilated Italian-American ingredients such as pasta, tomato sauce, pepper, and onions.

The primary dish is believed to be a Chinese-American discovery, which dates back in 19th century during the time of the US Transcontinental Railroad construction, although there are other circulating stories regarding its real origin. Some say that it has sprung from a Taishan dish, while some insist that it came from New York City's Chinatown.

But despite errors and folk belief surrounding Chop Suey, it has remained a part of today's popular culture. Musicians, poets, writers, and even films bring up to it in relating to anything Chinese - people, food, and culture.