Show pageOld revisionsBacklinksBack to top This page is read only. You can view the source, but not change it. Ask your administrator if you think this is wrong. ====== jiachangcai: 家常菜 - Homestyle Cooking, Everyday Dishes ====== ===== Quick Summary ===== * **Keywords:** jiachangcai, 家常菜, homestyle Chinese food, everyday Chinese dishes, Chinese comfort food, simple Chinese cooking, what is jiachangcai, Chinese family meals, cooking at home in China. * **Summary:** Discover the heart of Chinese cuisine with **家常菜 (jiāchángcài)**, the beloved category of homestyle cooking. More than just a collection of recipes, it represents the warm, comforting, and simple dishes that Chinese families eat every day. Unlike elaborate banquet meals, **jiāchángcài** is all about nourishment, affordability, and the unmistakable taste of home. This guide will explore its cultural significance, practical usage, and how it differs from Western "comfort food." ===== Core Meaning ===== * **