ORIENTAL
Oriental cuisine enjoys enduring popularity in Poland. The distinctive flavors and aromas of China, Thailand, India, and Japan are often found on Polish tables. The greater availability of regional spices characteristic of these regions is leading Poles to become increasingly familiar with Far Eastern cuisine. To achieve these irreplaceable flavors, it’s worth reaching for tried-and-true, authentic ingredients used by Asian chefs. Another important element of Oriental cuisine is the addition of spices, which give dishes their unique character. These include fresh vegetable sprouts, which have been used in Chinese cuisine for nearly five thousand years.
Chinese cuisine
is primarily based on philosophical ideas that emphasize that the stomach should always be in harmony with the mind, ensuring proper digestion. The best way to achieve this state is to combine all five tastes – sweet, pungent, bitter, salty, and sour. By combining spices and the right ingredients, you can create unique dishes that delight the eye with their appearance and captivate with their unique aroma.
Thai cuisine
Like the entire culture and philosophy of life in Thailand, it is characterized by a combination of pleasure and harmony. Similar to Chinese cuisine, Thai chefs compose almost every dish according to the principle of five flavors. The blending of sweet, bitter, sour, salty, and spicy reflects the essence of a successful and fulfilled life. The flavors of Thailand are a variety of regional products—from seafood and delicate accompaniments to bold pork and crispy vegetables. Thai cuisine is rich in additions such as fresh herbs and sprouts, which add flavor and nutritional value to dishes.
Indian cuisine
It’s a combination of colors, flavors, and aromas. More important than strict grammages is the right touch and cooking experience. The foundation of Indian delicacies are specific spices such as curry, coriander, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, and saffron. The types of accompaniments served with dishes depend on the region of the country. In the north, bread is more common, as wheat is cultivated there. In southern India, rice is the base of the dish, accompanied by distinctive spices, fresh fruits, and vegetables.
Japanese cuisine
This is one of the most well-known and beloved Asian cuisines in Poland. The most famous dish from this country is sushi, in its various varieties. Another very popular dish from the Land of the Rising Sun is fish soup. It is made with dush, a broth made from bonito fish and seaweed. The most commonly used ingredients in Japanese cuisine include curry, soy, seaweed, and wasabi.
Vietnamese cuisine
It is characterized by a unique preparation method – dishes are fried in a special wok, where all the ingredients are mixed together simultaneously. The most important ingredient in most dishes is properly prepared rice, which has a thick, almost sticky consistency. Fresh herbs and vegetables are used as additions, giving it a unique flavor and aroma. A citrusy flavor, achieved by adding lime juice or lemongrass, also known as lemongrass, comes to the forefront of wok dishes.


