The Simple Technique Chinese Restaurants Use To Tenderize Shrimp
If you've ever ordered a shrimp dish at a Chinese restaurant, you may have been struck by its tenderness. We decided to ask a chef how to achieve that texture.
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If you've ever ordered a shrimp dish at a Chinese restaurant, you may have been struck by its tenderness. We decided to ask a chef how to achieve that texture.
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