32 Chinese Recipes That Taste Better Than Takeout Jennine Rye/Tasting Table If Chinese food is your weakness, you don't have to rely on takeout to satisfy those sweet, sour, and spicy cravings. While you might already have your regular order down to a tee, you'd be surprised at how easy many of the familiar favorites are to recreate at home. With a little extra effort, you can save yourself money, all while creating flavor-packed, from-scratch dishes that rival restaurant versions.