How to Stir frying

What You Need to Know

Stir frying is a cooking technique in which ingredients are fried in a small amount of very hot oil while being stirred or tossed in a wok. The technique originated in China and in recent centuries has spread into other parts of Asia and the West. It is similar to sautéing in Western cooking technique.

Steps

1. 1.

   Pad Thai (Thailand): Quick cooking of rice noodles with protein and sauce

2. 2.

   Chow Mein (China): Crisping noodles while integrating vegetables

3. 3.

   Bulgogi (Korea): Caramelizing marinated beef quickly

The Science

Primary Reaction

Maillard Reaction

Common Mistakes