Chinese cuisine: The 5 best choices

Recently I told you about the five worst things you can order at a Chinese restaurant. But if you love a good Chinese feast, don't despair. I come bearing hope. There are healthy (well, healthier) options. According to eDiets, these are the five best things you can order at a Chinese restaurant:

• Soup. Hot and sour, egg drop ... most Chinese soups are (relatively) low-cal and high in protein. But avoid the soups with noodles.
• Veggies. Order any of the veggie dishes -- steamed veggies in particular are low in calories and are very filling.
• Dim Sum, Steamed dumplings are a great choice, especially veggie or tofu dumplings.
• Steamed anything. Steamed fish, chicken, tofu ... are you seeing a pattern here? Steamed is best.
• Stir-fry. Order a stir-fry loaded with veggies and lean meats or tofu, and ask the chef to go easy on the oil.

Another tip: Order healthy green tea with your meal instead of soda or alcohol.