The Official GOAT List: Ranking the Greatest Chinese Dishes of All Time
Everyone has that one dish they order without even looking at the menu. It's comfort food, celebration food, late-night food, and leftovers you'll actually get excited about. That's why this debate never ends.
Some people swear Orange Chicken is unbeatable. Others think Fried Rice carries every meal, Dumplings never miss, or Lo Mein deserves the crown. Every favorite has die-hard defenders ready to argue their case.
This isn't about being the most authentic dish on the menu. It's about the meals people crave, recommend to friends, and secretly hope nobody else orders so they don't have to share. Cast your votes, spark some arguments, and find out which Chinese dish truly deserves GOAT status.
1. KUNG PAO CHICKEN
Kung Pao Chicken is currently the #1 Greatest Chinese Dishes of All Time winning 63.5% head-to-head battles.
2. FRIED RICE
Fried Rice is currently the #2 Greatest Chinese Dishes of All Time winning 63.1% head-to-head battles.
4. ORANGE CHICKEN
Orange Chicken is currently the #4 Greatest Chinese Dishes of All Time winning 57.8% head-to-head battles.
6. SESAME CHICKEN
Sesame Chicken is currently the #6 Greatest Chinese Dishes of All Time winning 46.0% head-to-head battles.
7. SWEET & SOUR CHICKEN
Sweet & Sour Chicken is currently the #7 Greatest Chinese Dishes of All Time winning 45.5% head-to-head battles.
T8. GENERAL TSO'S CHICKEN
General Tso's Chicken is currently tied for the #8 Greatest Chinese Dishes of All Time winning 42.2% head-to-head battles.
11. BEEF & BROCCOLI
Beef & Broccoli is currently the #11 Greatest Chinese Dishes of All Time winning 37.3% head-to-head battles.
12. CRAB RANGOON
Crab Rangoon is currently the #12 Greatest Chinese Dishes of All Time winning 31.4% head-to-head battles.
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