Chinese Technique

Download or read book Chinese Technique written by Ken Hom and published by Simon & Schuster. This book was released on 1981 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Abstract: Chinese cooking techniques, utensils, and recipes are described for homemakers in narrative and pictorial format. Discussion of equipment covers the use of the cleaver, the wok, and the bamboo steamer. Basic techniques described include a wide variety of cutting and cooking techniques, and preparation of specific ingredients. Specific directions and recipes are given for: chicken and other small poultry; duck; meats; fish and seafood; rice, doughs, and noodles; soups; and a special preparation of spun apples. An illustrated dictionary of numerous specific ingredients is provided. (wz).