Yin and yang balanced diet

A well prepared Chinese dish is expected to appeal to more senses than just the one of taste. Its colors should be pleasing to the eye, the ingredients should be of uniform size and it should be fragrant. There should be contrasting tastes and textures within the meal; if one dish is crisp, it should be offset by another one that is smooth. A bland dish is paired with a spiced one, thereby always trying to create a balance. It is important to have this balance of yin and yang.