Gōngbǎo jīdīng 宫保鸡丁

“Originating from the Qing Dynasty, this classic stir-fry was named after a high-ranking provincial official who favored the dish. It is defined by the precise balance of spicy dried chilies, numbing Sichuan peppercorns, and roasted peanuts, creating a complex flavor profile known as guaiwei.”