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Celebrate National Chop Suey Day on August 29th by enjoying a delicious plate of this iconic dish! Chop suey has an interesting history that dates back to the late 19th century when it was created in America by Chinese immigrants. It quickly became popular and is now enjoyed all over the world. The dish consists of meat, vegetables, and seasonings stir fried and served with rice or noodles. Whether you like it mild or spicy, there's no doubt that chop suey makes for a tasty meal! So grab a bowl and celebrate National Chop Suey Day in style!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Chop Suey's Origin</div><div class='timeline-text'>Chop Suey was created in America by Chinese immigrants in the late 19th century, influenced by Cantonese cuisine.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1919</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Chop Suey Restaurant</div><div class='timeline-text'>Li Hung Chang's restaurant, the first restaurant to serve Chop Suey, opened in New York City.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1960</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Chop Suey: The American Staple</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 1960s, Chop Suey enjoyed widespread popularity and became a staple of Chinese-American restaurants across the United States.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Arrival of Authentic Chinese Cuisines</div><div class='timeline-text'>As more regional authentic Chinese cuisines arrived in the United States in the 1980s, Chop Suey started to decline in popularity.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Chop Suey's Resurgence</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the revival of classic food dishes, Chop Suey made a comeback in hip new establishments that revisited this nostalgic dish.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Order takeout</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Whether it's from your favorite local Chinese restaurant or the frozen section of your grocery store, takeout is an easy way to celebrate National Chop Suey Day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a Chinese restaurant</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you're feeling a bit more adventurous, visiting your local Chinese restaurant is a great way to celebrate National Chop Suey Day. Whether you go out with friends or family, you are sure to have a delicious meal.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Cook your own chop suey</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>It's not as hard as it seems! With some basic ingredients, some vegetables, and some proteins like chicken, pork, or beef, you can make your own version of chop suey at home.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a chop suey party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for a potluck style chop suey party. Everyone can bring their own take on the dish and try each other's creations!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go on a chop suey tour</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Visit various Chinese restaurants and sample their different takes on the classic dish. See which one is the most authentic and which one has the best flavor.</p></div></div>
<div class='whywelove-item'><div class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 class='whywelove-title'>Chop Suey is versatile</h3><p class='whywelove-text'>Chop Suey is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. You can choose to include any type of meat, vegetables, and seasonings that you prefer. Whether you like it mild or spicy, there's no doubt that chop suey makes for a tasty meal!</p></div></div><div class='whywelove-item'><div class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 class='whywelove-title'>Chop Suey is multicultural </h3><p class='whywelove-text'>Chop Suey has an interesting history that dates back to the late 19th century when it was created in America by Chinese immigrants. This dish has become not just a staple in Chinese cuisine, but has been enjoyed all over the world making it a true symbol of culinary multiculturalism.</p></div></div><div class='whywelove-item'><div class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 class='whywelove-title'>Chop Suey brings people together</h3><p class='whywelove-text'>Whether it's ordering takeout, making it at home, or sampling various versions at different restaurants, enjoying Chop Suey tends to bring people together. The fun in trying different versions of this dish adds a certain level of adventure and fun to meals.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Name Chop Suey Signifies "Miscellaneous Leftovers"</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite its delicious taste, chop suey translates to "miscellaneous leftovers" in Cantonese, referring to its diverse mix of ingredients.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Chop Suey Finds Its Roots in California's Gold Rush</h3><p class='facts-content'>While the exact origin of chop suey is debated, one theory suggests that it was first cooked in California during the gold rush era by Cantonese immigrants.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Chop Suey is a Star in Pop Culture</h3><p class='facts-content'>Chop suey has been referenced in various forms of pop culture, including the song "Chop Suey!" by American band System of a Down.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>There's a Wide Variety of "Chop Suey" Dishes Across Asia</h3><p class='facts-content'>While the American version of chop suey is the most recognized, countries all across Asia have their unique interpretations of this versatile dish.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Chop Suey was Once Considered an Exotic Delicacy</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite its humble beginnings, during the early 20th century, chop suey was considered an exotic delicacy and a symbol of cosmopolitan sophistication in the West.</p></div></div>
National Chop Suey Day is celebrated on August 29th every year. In 2024 National Chop Suey Day will occur on a Thursday.
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