KOMPAS.com – Cooking Chinese food requires special kitchen equipment that not only makes the cooking process easier but also maintains the original taste of the dish.
From frying to steaming to cutting, each piece of equipment has a unique function that is essential to producing the perfect Chinese meal.
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In the kitchen, equipment such as woks, spatulas and bamboo baskets are a mainstay for cooking various typical Chinese dishes.
The following are 15 important cooking utensils that you must have to create the best Chinese food, as reported on the page China Highlights And Taste of Home.
1. Wow
Being in first position, the wok is the main tool in cooking Chinese food. Woks are made of iron or steel which allows for quick and even cooking. Suitable for stir-frying, frying and steaming various typical Chinese cooking ingredients.
2. Wok Spatula
Serving as a wok companion, a wok spatula makes it easy to stir cooking ingredients in a large wok. Made from metal or wood, this spatula has a shape that is suitable for reaching the entire surface of the wok without damaging it.
3. Big Knife
Serving as a multi-purpose cutting tool, a typical large Chinese knife is used for cutting meat, vegetables and even crushing spices. This knife has a wide blade so it is very efficient to use in the kitchen.
Cutting board illustration.4. Wooden Cutting Board
Located in the kitchen as a cutting mat, wooden cutting boards help cut food ingredients with precision. Apart from being durable, wood is also softer for knives so they maintain their sharpness.
5. Bamboo Basket
Serving as a steamer, the bamboo basket is used to cook dim sum, steamed buns and vegetables. The tiered shape makes it easier to cook large quantities at once.
6. Rice Cooker
Being an important tool, a rice cooker is the key to producing fluffy rice to complement Chinese food. Modern rice cookers can also be used to cook porridge or warm food.
7. Mortar and Pestle
Serving as a spice crusher, mortar and pestle are used to make cooking spices such as garlic and ginger paste. This tool ensures that the spice ingredients are mixed perfectly.
8. Presto
Existing as a high pressure cooking tool, presto is used to speed up the process of cooking meat and broth. Presto makes the texture of the meat more tender and the spices more pervasive.
9. Steel Sieve
Serving as a filter tool, steel strainers are used to drain fried foods or filter broth. This tool helps keep cooking results clean and free from excess oil.
10. Long Chopsticks
In the kitchen for cooking, long chopsticks are used to take food ingredients from large pots. These chopsticks are also used for mixing ingredients or frying.
11. Thin Rolling Pin
Serving as a tool for making dough, a thin rolling pin makes it easier to form the skin of dumplings or traditional Chinese cakes. This tool is light and easy to use.
12. Julienne Peeler
As a vegetable cutting tool, the julienne peeler is used to make small pieces such as matchsticks. This tool makes it easier to serve food with an attractive appearance.
13. Splatter Screen
Serving as a protector, the splatter screen is used to avoid oil splashes when cooking. This tool keeps the kitchen clean without disturbing the cooking process.
14. Vegetable Spoon
Serving as a serving tool, ladles are used to scoop soup or soupy dishes. This tool is also often used by chefs to taste dishes.
15. Wok Brush
Serving as a cleaning tool, the wok brush is used to clean woks without damaging the coating. The wok brush ensures the wok remains durable and ready to use.
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