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There are many differences between foreign barbecue culture and Chinese barbecue culture. The following is a detailed introduction from the aspects of food selection,seasoning, baking tools and methods, dining atmosphere and occasion:

Food Selection

Other Countries:

Meat-Based: 

In many Western countries, such as the United States, Brazil, Argentina, etc., the core ingredients of barbecue are often all types of meat. Like the common American barbecue pork ribs, brisket, sausage; Brazilian barbecue loves high-quality beef, such as tenderloin, rump and other parts; Argentina is the main roast beef as well as a variety of special beef sausage. In addition, South African barbecue "braai" will include beef, lamb, chicken and some game and other meats.

Seafood And Special Ingredients:

Some coastal countries or regions will take seafood as the focus of barbecue, such as Australians often roast shrimp, fish, oysters, etc., and New Zealand lobster and crayfish are often among the barbecue ingredients. Some regions also have unique choices of ingredients, such as the Spanish region of Catalonia, where the root vegetable scallions are roasted and served with a special Romesco sauce.

China:

Rich Variety:

The ingredients cover a wide range, in addition to a variety of meat, such as lamb kebabs, beef kebabs, chicken wings, pork belly and other common meat dishes,there are a large number of vegetarian dishes, such as leek, enoki mushroom, eggplant, corn, potato slices, meat and vegetable collocation, to meet different people's taste needs.

Special Ingredients: 

There are many very Chinese characteristics of the ingredients used for barbecue, such as baked gluten, roasted tripe, roasted brain, etc., these ingredients after unique processing and baking have a unique flavor, is the highlight of the Chinese barbecue menu.

Seasoning Method

Other Countries:

Relatively Simple And Single: 

Some countries' barbecue seasoning is relatively simple and direct, such as Brazilian barbecue, beef is often simply seasoned with salt to highlight the original flavor of beef itself; Argentine "asado" is also marinated beef with basic seasoning such as kosher salt, grilled and served with a special chimichurri sauce to add flavor. Japanese barbecue focuses on the original taste of the ingredients, and the seasoning is mostly at the eating stage, by dipping in relatively simple dipping ingredients such as sweet soy sauce and miso paste to enrich the taste.

Regional Special Sauce Dominance: 

For example, different regions of the United States have different styles of barbecue sauce to dominate the taste, Kansas City barbecue sauce is thicker and with sweet and smoky flavor, East Carolina with vinegar sauce, western tomato sauce, etc., rely on special sauce to create differentiated flavor.

China:

Complex Seasoning Rich: 

The use of a variety of compound seasonings, in the stage of curing ingredients will use light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, cooking wine, Sichuan pepper, star anise, cinnamon, fragrant leaves, cumin, chili and many other seasonings, through clever collocation, so that the ingredients in advance to absorb rich taste, such as roast mutton skewered often with cumin, chili, salt and other mixed seasonings for curing and seasoning, so that the taste is rich and layered.

The Seasoning Process Is Varied: 

It is not only seasoned during pickling, but also sprinkled with various seasonings during baking and after baking to adjust the taste and meet the personalized taste needs of diners.

Baking Tools And Methods

Other Countries:

Large Professional Grills Are Common: 

Some countries often use relatively large and professional grills, such as Argentina's "asado" usually uses a special large grill, placing large pieces of beef and other ingredients on it, and using charcoal fire for a long time to slow roast to ensure that the meat inside and outside to achieve the ideal taste; Brazilian barbecue restaurants are often equipped with large ovens that can continuously rotate the meat, which is convenient for roasting large amounts of meat.

High Requirements For Charcoal Fire:

Like Japanese "yakiniku" (grilled meat) and "yakitori" (grilled chicken skewers), pay great attention to the choice of charcoal fire, high-quality charcoal fire can better control the fire, make the baking process more uniform, showing the best state of the ingredients.

China:

Ovens Come In A Variety Of Forms: 

There are traditional charcoal stoves, such as the common street oven converted from a tin bucket, with iron nets on the charcoal fire to facilitate the cooking of various ingredients; There are electric ovens, which are used in some indoor barbecue shops or some families, and the operation is relatively simple and environmentally friendly; In addition, naan pits in Xinjiang and other places can also be used to bake food such as lamb kebabs, using the special structure and heat of naan pits to give food unique flavor.

Flexible Baking Techniques: 

The barbecue master will use a variety of techniques such as turning, turning, brushing oil, sprinkling, etc., to flexibly adjust the rhythm and heat of baking according to the characteristics of different ingredients, for example, the whole eggplant needs to be roasted on the fire until the skin becomes soft, and then cut and brush oil, sprinkle seasonings to continue baking.

Dining Atmosphere And Occasion

Other Countries:

Social Gatherings: 

Barbecue is an important social activity in many countries, such as the United States often in their own backyard, parks and other places to hold barbecue parties, relatives and friends get together, enjoy food at the same time chat, play, enhance feelings; Australians are also keen on inviting friends and relatives to the outdoors on weekends or holidays, such as beaches, parks and other relaxed barbecue activities, which is an important part of leisure life.

Some Have A Sense Of Ceremony: 

For example, in Argentina, Brazil and other countries, barbecue activities often have a certain sense of ceremony, will carefully prepare the ingredients, arrange the venue, people sit around the grill, while waiting for the barbecue to be baked while interacting, the whole process is more formal and grand.

China:

Both Daily Consumption And Social Interaction Are Equal: 

It can be a way of eating for people to satisfy their daily cravings. The barbecue stalls on the street often have diners alone or in groups of two to taste delicious food. At the same time, it is also a popular choice for social occasions, friends gathering, colleagues dining, etc., will choose to go to the barbecue shop, everyone sits together, eating and talking, lively.

Outstanding Night Food Culture: 

Barbecue is still the main force of night food in China. When night falls, barbecue streets in many cities are brightly lit. After a busy day, people come here to eat barbecue, drink beer, relax and enjoy the pleasant night time.