Chop suey, a holiday classic for generations, is a dish of rich origins

By Neda Ulaby

Published December 9, 2025 at 11:48 PM HST

Before its fall from grace, the Chinese-American dish chop suey was a holiday tradition for families who don't celebrate Christmas, even being immortalized in songs and film.

Neda Ulaby

Neda Ulaby reports on arts, entertainment, and cultural trends for NPR's Arts Desk.

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