Chinese food just isn’t the same without woks. It’s the pan that gives your food that charred, caramelized taste. How does this wok hei taste come about? And what makes a good wok?
This is the seventh 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 What is wok hei 01:52 The best wok in China 04:32 Mastering wok cooking 07:04 Family of ironsmiths
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Producer: Yoyo Chow Videographer: Patrick Wong Editor: Nicholas Ko Narration: Victoria Ho Animation: Stella Yoo Mastering: César del Giudice
