Asian Market Shopping Guide

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What is the name of the channel that Mandy is hosting?

Souped Up Recipes

What is the main focus of the video?

  • Shopping at an Asian market (correct)
  • Cooking Asian food
  • Explaining the difference between Asian and Western celery
  • Making a comprehensive guide to buying tofu

Mandy suggests visiting the Asian market when they receive fresh produce, which is usually daily.

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What is the key characteristic of Chinese eggplants that indicates freshness?

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What strategy does Mandy recommend for minimizing waste when buying baby bok choy?

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What is the name of the super spicy chili that Mandy mentions?

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How can you determine the freshness of lettuce stem?

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Match the following tofu types with their typical uses:

<p>Silken tofu = Soups Medium firm tofu = Stir-fry and stew Firm tofu = Stir-fry and stew Tofu sheets = Keto noodles Soy puffs = Soups and stir-fries Tofu skin = Crispy egg roll wrappers</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Produce freshness

Freshness is key to finding great produce in an Asian market. Look for the date the vegetables at the market were replenished to make your selection more strategically.

Shopping in Asian Markets

A guide on how to shop in an Asian market, focusing on produce selection

Chinese Eggplant Selection

Look for Chinese eggplants with a larger lighter-colored area between the calyx and the eggplant body.

Baby Bok Choy Storage

Tear off the outer leaves of baby bok choy first and store the core in the refrigerator for up to a month.

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Thai Bird's Eye Chili

Extremely spicy chili peppers that can be frozen for later use if needed to be stored.

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Lettuce Stem Selection

Check the cut surface for a brown spot – a bigger spot means longer shelf time.

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Lotus Root Selection

Inspect the holes in the lotus root for any dirt.

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Daikon Radish Selection

Choose the denser daikon radish for freshness and juiciness

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Tofu Types

Silken and soft tofu are best for soups; medium firm and firm tofu are better for stir-fries and stews.

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Soy Products

Soy products such as tofu sheets, soy puffs, and (potentially) tofu skin may be available.

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Study Notes

Asian Market Shopping Guide

  • Produce Section Tips:
    • Ask staff for the date new produce arrives. Smaller markets restock weekly, not daily like large supermarkets.
    • Chinese Eggplant: Select firm eggplants with a larger light-colored area between the stem and body. Smaller/missing area indicates older eggplant.
    • Baby Bok Choy: Tear off outer leaves to use first, then keep core for up to a month in the fridge.
    • Thai Bird's Eye Chili (Zhi Tian Jiao): Highly spicy, freeze for later use.
    • Lettuce Stem (Wo Suan): Check base for brown spots/hollow areas: bigger spots mean longer shelf life, not ideal selection.
    • Lotus Roots: Examine holes and cut surfaces from the cut end for dirt; wash carefully. Look for clean holes free of dirt.
    • Daikon Radish: Choose denser, heavier daikon for freshness and juiciness.
    • Bitter Melon: Enjoy the distinct bitter flavor.
    • Chinese Celery: Significantly more pungent scent than Western celery.
    • Chive Flower: Crunchy texture and garlicky flavour.

Tofu Section Tips

  • Tofu Types:
    • Silken/Soft Tofu: Good for soups.
    • Medium Firm/Firm Tofu: Ideal for stir-fries and stews.
  • Tofu Sheets: Thinly julienned for keto noodles or egg roll replacement.
  • Soy Puffs: Fried tofu with a unique sponginess; great in soups and stir-fries; can be used to make stuffed tofu.

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