Controversial Chinese Chef Sparks Outrage with Egg Fried Rice Video and Mao Zedong Insult

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Controversial Chinese Chef Sparks Outrage with Egg Fried Rice Video and Mao Zedong Insult
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A popular Sichuan chef in China, Wang Yang, has apologized for sharing a video about cooking egg fried rice, which is seen as a challenge to the Communist Party regime and an insult to the memory of Mao Zedong's eldest son. Rumors suggest that Mao Anying exposed his position during the Korean War by cooking egg fried rice, violating a ban on cooking during daytime. Wang, who has millions of followers, claimed that a member of his team posted the video without his knowledge. While some criticized him for being disrespectful, others expressed support and suggested that chefs seek freedom in food teaching abroad.

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