Favorite ethnic food

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For the nitpickers:

1 - I know that pretty much all food could be considered "ethnic." But you know what I mean. I also know that "Chinese" food here in the U.S. is really not true Chinese food, it's been Americanized, same with Mexican - but again - you know what I mean.

2 - Yes, yes I do like to start threads about food. I love to eat. It's a damned miracle that I'm not more overweight.


Japanese food: I've yet to be disappointed. It's so light, and refreshing, yet extremely filling. I first tried sushi (maki - that's the roles, right?) 3 years ago & I've eaten it a couple times a month ever since. I finally tried nagiri (sp) sushi a few weeks ago- the slice of raw fish on top of the rice ball - and I didn't die. It was actually pretty good. Teriyaki chicken is great too, for those less adventurous.

Indian Food: I first had Indian food about 8 years ago at my old job - the doctor I worked with cooked us a feast one day so we could all try Indian food. Oh. My. God. Chicken curry, dal, potatoes & spinach, rice, naan bread, bread stuffed with cauliflower, everything so spicy, yet not "hot." I was in heaven. She asked me what I wanted for my farewell lunch when I quit - I picked her feast.

Italian: Who doesn't like Italian food? (Actually, isn't there someone on this board who said they don't?) Granted, my fam is not Italian, so most of what I've had has been from local restaurants (NOT Olive Garden, jerks! ) I'm a sucker for any sort of pasta with shellfish in sauce. I prefer red sauce to white (too rich) but olive oil & garlic will do just fine. Vodka sauce is kickass too.

Thai: Pad Thai is like the Lo Mein of Thai food, so I like it but it's nothing special. Paw Kee Mao is excellent, very spicy - flat square noodles in a stew with shrimp, chicken, peppers, onions...YUM! And anything cooked panang (in coconut milk & spices) is delicious.