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Pao cai

Pao cai is like grown-up pickles! You know how you like to eat pickles and they are crunchy and sour? Well, pao cai is a type of Chinese pickle that adults like to eat. It is made by taking vegetables like cabbage or radish and putting them in a jar with salt and spices. Then, they sit for a while and get tangy and delicious.

When you eat pao cai, it is really good for your tummy because it has helpful bacteria in it. Plus, it is like a snack that you can eat without feeling guilty because it is healthy. People in China have been making pao cai for a very long time, and now it is enjoyed all over the world!
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