• 2 years ago
No Chinese chef can live without scallion, ginger, and garlic. These aromatics are used in everything from marinating meats to stir-frying dishes. Why are they considered the three treasures of the kitchen?

This is the third episode of our new season of “Eat China: Back to Basics,” where we answer burning questions you might have about Chinese food.

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0:00 The 3 treasures
01:42 Aromatics’ history
04:15 Sliced, minced, shredded, whole
05:07 Stir fry using aromatics

If you liked this video, we have more explainers about Chinese food:


Why Rice Is King | Eat China: Back to Basics S4E1
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Producer: Yoyo Chow
Videographer: César del Giudice, Kaho Cliff Man
Editor: Nicholas Ko
Narration: Victoria Ho
Animation: Stella Yoo
Mastering: César del Giudice

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