Ordering Chinese takeout is easy.
Ordering healthy Chinese takeout takes a little more thought.
We asked registered dietitians how they navigate the menu when there’s justno waythey’recooking tonight.
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The themes we heard over and over again?
What if your favorite dish doesn’t make this list?
Well, there are a couple ways to think about it.
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Let this list inspire your next takeout order.
Who knows, you might even discover a new favorite.
She always orders her sauce on the side, so you might control how much is on there.
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Beef and Broccoli
This classic dish gets a thumbs-up for its filling power.
“I like beef and broccoli with brown rice,” saysRebecca Scritchfield, R.D.
“You don’t need too much beef to feel full.”
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Chicken and broccoli is a good option, too.
“These are three veggies that Asian restaurants typically have on hand.”
This tactic is one of her favorites for filling up her plate.
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Moo Shu Chicken
Glassman goes for the chicken version for thelean proteinit provides.
“But double-check to ask for light sauce,” she says.
“It’s most likely high in sodium and (unhealthy!)
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Yeung also points out that the hoisin adds unnecessary sugar.
you might get most any dish steamed.”
This works for veggies, lean protein, rice, you name it.
It also provides around 3 grams of protein and 1 gram offiberper one cup serving."
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Entrees that come with plenty of veg are always good options, says Rumsey.
Chinese Eggplant With Garlic Sauce
“I like Chinese eggplant in spicy garlic sauce because it’s all vegetable!
In addition to the eggplant, it usually comes with broccoli too,” says Scritchfield.
Kung Pao Chicken
Bring on the spice.
Order Kung Pao chicken instead of sweet-and-sour chicken, sesame chicken, and General Tsos chicken, says Bedwell.
“It comes with abundant vegetables, sans the fried chicken!”
This is a personal favorite of Rumsey’s, too.
Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Glassman calls this “an obvious choice to get veggies and protein all in one.”
Plus, they’re fun to make and eat.
Sauce on the Side
This tip came up again and again.
