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? <br /><br />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. <br /><br />Don’t miss our stories, what’s buzzing around the web, and bonus material. Sign up for the GT NEWSLETTER: http://gt4.life/YTnewsletter<br /><br />0:00 The 3 treasures<br />01:42 Aromatics’ history <br />04:15 Sliced, minced, shredded, whole<br />05:07 Stir fry using aromatics <br /><br />If you liked this video, we have more explainers about Chinese food:<br /><br /><br />Why Rice Is King | Eat China: Back to Basics S4E1<br />https://dai.ly/x89k7ex <br /><br />MSG is Not Bad for You. Right? | Eat China: Back to Basics E2 <br />https://dai.ly/x89tqcp <br /><br />Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes moments: http://instagram.com/goldthread2 <br />Stay updated on Twitter: http://twitter.com/goldthread2 <br />Join the conversation on Facebook: http://facebook.com/goldthread2 <br />Have story ideas? Send them to us at hello@goldthread2.com<br /><br />Producer: Yoyo Chow<br />Videographer: César del Giudice, Kaho Cliff Man<br />Editor: Nicholas Ko<br />Narration: Victoria Ho<br />Animation: Stella Yoo<br />Mastering: César del Giudice<br /><br />#scallion #ginger #garlic #chinese #cooking<br />
