Calories in Chinese Food

• Most Chinese food is high in calories and very high in fat. Up to 70-80 per cent of its calories come from fat. To reduce calories when eating Chinese foods, follow these tips:
  
  
• Choose mostly vegetable foods.
  These are usually lower in fat and calories.
  
  
• Choose boiled/steamed rice, NOT fried rice.
  This alone can cut calories by 50 per cent.
  
  
• Watch your portion size.
  The bigger the portion, the higher the calories (and fat).
  
  
• Do not be tempted by high-calorie extras like fried noodles or spring rolls.
  
  
• When in doubt, order soup, a vegetable main course with steamed rice and of course tea!
  
  
• This way you can enjoy Chinese food without wearing the calories on your butt.