Chinese Chef Takes You Grocery Shopping (Asian Market Tour)

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  • @artistlovepeace
    @artistlovepeace 11 місяців тому +220

    Chef Mandy is no joke. She's real and honest. She's showing you a lot of inside information and sharing the beautiful world of Chinese meals and knowledge.

  • @kennethelsman3959
    @kennethelsman3959 11 місяців тому +89

    I lived in San Francisco for 5 years. I had several employees who were either Chinese or Filipino who often took me into Chinatown for lunch making sure I tested a variety of dishes. I miss those days and thought my days of trying new Chinese dishes was over. Stumbling on to your UA-cam channel has inspired me to try Chinese cooking and so far I have been mostly successful because of your very well presented videos. Just wanted to say thank you.

  • @cellow7926
    @cellow7926 10 місяців тому +9

    I’m Chinese American and I always thought Chinese cuisine is very difficult to master. I watched my mom and grandma cook a lot, but got overwhelmed trying to keep track of what they used. Thanks for this video! Incredibly helpful

  • @gigichenoweth3589
    @gigichenoweth3589 8 місяців тому +2

    I love your recipes and your suggestions for best ingredients. From selecting ingredients, preparation, proper chopping, seasoning, etc. you are very precise and all your recipes are fantastic and taste very authentic. Thanks so much.

  • @culinarycaravan
    @culinarycaravan 11 місяців тому +87

    So many wonderful tips for zero food waste and using all of the Chinese cooking ingredients. Thank you so much, Mandy. You are the BEST.

  • @ugib8377
    @ugib8377 11 місяців тому +131

    This was a nice rundown of the important items. I will definitely watch this again before I go to my local market! Thanks for taking the time to make this!

  • @mariarosario9436
    @mariarosario9436 10 місяців тому +14

    I love the honesty that you as a chef and person give to all your viewers keep doing that great job.

  • @Berion189
    @Berion189 11 місяців тому +31

    I was going to skip this but then the first 2 tips about eggplant and Bok choy at 1:40 got me hooked to the end. Also, if you have the time and patience, don't be intimidated by the Chinese characters on packages. I use Google translate on camera. Now that she has told us what to look for, it was easy to narrow down the grocery list for brands that are ideal and available in the store for future visits.

  • @johnnyrascal6109
    @johnnyrascal6109 11 місяців тому +46

    As a foodie who appreciates foods from around the world let me say Thank You! This was an amazing video! I love the level of detail you went through for each category. This type of video is literally a style that people would love to see more of, including me! 🎉

  • @nwjr2001
    @nwjr2001 11 місяців тому +55

    I absolutely loved this video! Going down the aisles and aisles of products easily becomes overwhelming. I hope you're able to do another video like this some time in the future. Thank you so much for all the hard work you put into making these videos.

    • @Rainy-daze473
      @Rainy-daze473 10 місяців тому +4

      This was just what I needed. We have a several large Asian grocery stores in my area but I rarely go because I end up with a cart full of candy and snack food because it’s the only thing I know what to do with.

  • @SandwichLady
    @SandwichLady 8 місяців тому +2

    Mandy, this video has been extremely helpful to me in attempting to navigate the typical Asian market. Thank you so much. Would you consider making a video on Asian cut meats for purchase? I hope so.

  • @ascricco987
    @ascricco987 10 місяців тому +2

    Wow, thank you so much! I live in NC, USA, and I have two Asian markets near me. I shop at both, but rarely is the any English speaking people working there to ask questions. I can only read English, so I am lost in trying to figure out what’s what & where it is, lol! This is a big help!

  • @shahram72
    @shahram72 10 місяців тому +6

    Excellent video.. I was actually proud of myself that I already knew a lot of this. The brands she recommends are the right ones to get. I've been using them for years.

  • @ChuckTravels
    @ChuckTravels 11 місяців тому +17

    Holy cow, what a treasure trove of useful information. This was a fantastic trip through the store and your tutorials on the many products was very useful.
    Thanks for taking the time to not only explain what each item was good for but what to look at to pick the best one.
    You're the tops Mandy!

  • @littlelamsrose
    @littlelamsrose 10 місяців тому +9

    This is amazing thank you so much for taking the time to comprehensively go through the products and so clearly too!! I appreciate you very much!

  • @allenzophy4262
    @allenzophy4262 10 місяців тому +4

    I love the cooking information. You are so knowledgeable. I've learned a lot. I must say though that half of the enjoyment of watching your videos is the positivity and happiness you convey. You seem like a wonderful human being.

  • @brandon3872
    @brandon3872 11 місяців тому +12

    Oh Mandy, you came and you gave without taking ❤

    • @mannym6431
      @mannym6431 9 місяців тому

      Enough Mr. Manilow!

  • @docohm50
    @docohm50 11 місяців тому +21

    Thank you Mandy. My pantry is geared for Italian, Mexican, Cajun/Southern, BBQ. We love Asian food and your video is a very good source to start a Asian section for our pantry. God Bless and Merry Christmas 🙏

  • @tyrranicalt-rad6164
    @tyrranicalt-rad6164 11 місяців тому +39

    🎵 Oh Mandy ! You came and you saved us from starving ! 🎵 🤣

  • @TH-mw3qv
    @TH-mw3qv 11 місяців тому +3

    I'm an Italian chef but I love cooking Asian food at home.
    I love these kinds of videos.
    Thank you so much for sharing.
    I've been watching for about seven years and it's only getting better.
    Great job!

  • @marcuswood5975
    @marcuswood5975 11 місяців тому +24

    You are a brilliant lady thanks for all your help

  • @egrace3738
    @egrace3738 10 місяців тому +3

    I love going to asian supermarkets... i search for my favorite black sesame candy. I like to try unfamiliar produce. This content is like gold to me. Thank you!

  • @khoauhleexiong6711
    @khoauhleexiong6711 11 місяців тому +7

    Where have you been my whole life?!!!!! I'm cooking Christmas dinner and taking notes from you at the same time. Thank you so much for making this video! You're the best! Happy holidays!

  • @lisahinton9682
    @lisahinton9682 11 місяців тому +11

    I love that you presented the items by category. You're an extremely conscientious teacher, Mandy! Thank you so much, and Happy New Year, by the way.

  • @mapndo2337
    @mapndo2337 11 місяців тому +14

    This was a nice change. I really am enjoying it.

  • @sharpiepenfinepoint
    @sharpiepenfinepoint 10 місяців тому +3

    What a beautiful market, thank you for showing us. The market in my town is really run down, it’s nice to see one so clean and organized! Americans aren’t taught how to use our own ingredients let alone foreign ones, thank you for the lesson.

  • @hannac7194
    @hannac7194 10 місяців тому +2

    THANK YOU for this video!!!! I am a Minnesotan who loves many foods. You are helping us people that didnt grow up with learning your recipes Thank you for teaching us!!❤

  • @Sergedanilow
    @Sergedanilow 11 місяців тому +17

    Hello Mandy,
    Thank you for this informative video, which will be very helpful for many "newcomers" to Chinese cuisine. As a German myself, I was part of a Chinese family that ran a restaurant in Germany for several years. In the kitchen of the restaurant, I learnt how to cook original Chinese dishes for the family and special guests/occasions (although most of the dishes on the menu were adapted to European tastes).
    I don't know if you mentioned it in one of your cooking videos, but there are also big differences in sesame oil. Many, if not most, sesame oils in Asian supermarkets are mixed with sunflower oil or similar.
    A reference to this would also have been very informative. Really good Chinese sesame oil is 100% pure. Although it is a little more expensive, the more intense flavour means that you generally need less of it, which more than makes up for the price difference and increases the enjoyment considerably.
    P.S. I love your videos.
    Best regards from Berlin Serge

    • @doodahgurlie
      @doodahgurlie 11 місяців тому +2

      I buy the sesame oil made in Japan.

    • @Sergedanilow
      @Sergedanilow 11 місяців тому +3

      @@doodahgurlie As long as sesame oil (made from roasted sesame seeds) is 100% pure, it doesn't really matter whether it comes from China, Japan, Korea or anywhere else.
      However, this cannot be applied 1:1 to (naturally brewed) soy sauce, as Japanese soy sauce is generally saltier than Chinese soy sauce.

  • @gretroman8235
    @gretroman8235 11 місяців тому +11

    I go to an Asian market about once a month and love the produce section best. Besides the Chinese eggplant and baby bok choy (my favorite), the fresh mushrooms are outstanding. Less expensive than chain markets and more variety. Also the zucchini, melons, and kiwis are always fresh. I learned a lot from your video. Thank you.

    • @tatjana7008
      @tatjana7008 7 місяців тому

      In Germany, Asian market is more expensive than local stores ... So people consider me rich because I go there regularly

  • @StaggeredLife
    @StaggeredLife 11 місяців тому +9

    I love this. I hope Asian market visits becomes a regular video upload. I have a couple markets near me and always get overwhelmed when shopping.

  • @diktatoralexander88
    @diktatoralexander88 11 місяців тому +2

    This video is overwhelming, really diving deep into the realm of chinese cooking it makes you realize that it's a completely different culinary background altogether. Makes you feel like in order to keep a clean (not cluttered) kitchen you'd have to redo your entire pantry, and stock only this type of item, and relearn how to cook.
    I really appreciate we have this channel to study chinese cooking and to be able to learn the different recipes and techniques that are used there, hosted by someone with that background. It's overwhelming but I hope to learn things from it.

  • @mapndo2337
    @mapndo2337 11 місяців тому +99

    OMG MANDY I FEEL LIKE THIS COULD HAVE HAPPENED 3 TO 4 YRS AGO......FINALLY!!!!

    • @sfr2107
      @sfr2107 10 місяців тому +2

      .....she does have other ingredient explanation videos. I'm trying to dig them back up

    • @mapndo2337
      @mapndo2337 9 місяців тому

      @@sfr2107 i have been watching her for years, i know, but not a shopping one

  • @shannonrobinson262
    @shannonrobinson262 11 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for this video. It’s great to know what dishes to make with left over ingredients used in new dishes.
    I planted garlic chive in my garden when it was in a front side yard. We moved the garden 15 years ago to the back yard to increase the size and make raised beds. The garlic chive still are thriving in the front side yard. We planted them 20 years ago! They get watered about 4-5 times over summer as it gets super dry here, and the rain carries them over winter. They are hardy little clumps of plants that thrive when established in a usda zone8-9.
    We are lucky to have a large Chinese populations, as well as several other Asian populations in our area, so we have several Asian markets near us. At least 8 markets, so we get great prices. I love cooking many Asian foods, making my own noodles, and experimenting with new dishes. I’ve made most of the recipes in your videos. Please keep the recipes coming.

  • @sheilaspaulding8812
    @sheilaspaulding8812 9 місяців тому +1

    Hey Mandy! I learned from you how to make egg drop soup a few years ago. Thank you!!

  • @jacobmontalbano488
    @jacobmontalbano488 11 місяців тому +2

    I love how consistantly, perfectly informative you are. Every time i become curious about something, you're already answering my questions in the simplest way possible. It's very relaxing. Big love for what you do.

  • @Arisaema55
    @Arisaema55 11 місяців тому +7

    I have been waiting for this video for a long time. Thank you so much for all your hard work, and for sharing your wealth of knowledge.

  • @gotrescuedauto3584
    @gotrescuedauto3584 11 місяців тому +18

    THANK YOU SOOO MUCH FOR THIS BECAUSE I NEEDED THIS SOOOOO BBBAAADDD ❤😂🎉😅😊

  • @BrazilianLivingAbroad
    @BrazilianLivingAbroad 11 місяців тому +5

    Amazing video! This is a thorough shopping guide for anyone who appreciates Asian food but, like me, can't differentiate good from bad products. I usually go for the more expensive ones, whenever I see too many options to choose from.
    Thank you for sharing all these tips with us.

  • @martinyin
    @martinyin 11 місяців тому +3

    Thank you Mandy, very well planned and organized video. I'm saving it to watch and rewatch...

  • @jerseygirlvet
    @jerseygirlvet 11 місяців тому +2

    I have a market near me but no one speaks English and the ones that speak Spanish or English have no idea about the products. This video helped a ton. Thanks

  • @TalkingBoomslang
    @TalkingBoomslang 6 місяців тому +1

    Hi Mandy! I just want to say thank you SO MUCH for the effort you put into this channel. I love it. I would love some “what I eat in a day/week” videos too!

  • @AppleIPie
    @AppleIPie 11 місяців тому +1

    There's something very overwhelming but also inspiring about going to a market selling cuisine so different from your own family's. Like, this is more than I could *ever* learn, but also, the world is so huge! It has room for so many completely different and amazing flavors to explore!

  • @adrianaharley5487
    @adrianaharley5487 11 місяців тому +1

    Watched a few Asian Grocery store tour videos and yours was by far the very best! So detailed with needed specifics outlining differences between ingredients and brands. Can't wait to get started.

  • @Meidosama
    @Meidosama 11 місяців тому +1

    This is such an incredible video!!! I love how you have suggestions for dishes to make with each item you educate us on. Sometimes I feel so lost because even if I know what items to buy, I don't always have many ideas on what dishes to use those ingredients in. This video is like an ultimate guide for me! I also love how you talk about how to store these items efficiently, as well as showing us how to pick out the best vegetables, and even analyzing the ingredients of products. I feel like you're my mom teaching me how to grocery shop all over again :) I've loved your channel for years Mandy, thanks so much for this!

  • @bparrish517
    @bparrish517 11 місяців тому +2

    Your presentation here with the accompanying links ranks in importance and pedigree with the most revered works in Oriental cooking. Your ancestors would be proud. You have distilled here the hard-earned knowledge and wisdom gleaned from thousands of years in the kitchens of The Far East and I do wish for you the praise and appreciation you deserve. Thank you!

  • @nalenilambourdiere9620
    @nalenilambourdiere9620 11 місяців тому +24

    This video was long awaited ... and very helpful. Thank you.

  • @SarahTimmartworldwide
    @SarahTimmartworldwide 9 місяців тому +1

    谢谢您! This is honestly so helpful. ❤

  • @Xekify
    @Xekify 11 місяців тому +4

    You are just the best! So detailed and considerate 😸

  • @payaso7
    @payaso7 11 місяців тому +4

    Mandy!! You are such a GIFT to all of us! 😊 Thank you so very much! You're Amazing 😊

  • @tkgsingsct
    @tkgsingsct 10 місяців тому +2

    your videos are INSANELY helpful, and you are BRILLIANT!

  • @cruciferousvegetable
    @cruciferousvegetable 10 місяців тому +2

    Totally right. You need to know when they get restocked. Fridays usually.

  • @jonferris24
    @jonferris24 6 днів тому

    You are absolutely wonderful. You explain the things that I think most people would want to know about every product in such an easy and understandable way. Keep doing what you're doing. Massive thanks and I wish you nothing but the best of luck.

  • @KSGomez88
    @KSGomez88 11 місяців тому +6

    I love this!!! Thank you!!

  • @LesleyVictoria
    @LesleyVictoria 11 місяців тому +1

    Awe! What an amazing video! You are so genuine and so kind in your delivery of information!❤

  • @dovewhite7472
    @dovewhite7472 11 місяців тому +2

    Much needed!!!!! I'm about 90 miles to the closest Asian market. I use your videos as guides, when I'm cooking

  • @therealnancycarol
    @therealnancycarol 11 місяців тому +2

    Very helpful and informative. Thank you so much.
    Peace and happiness to you and yours, and may the new year bring you many blessings. 💕💕💕

  • @vilmaanastasiadoy7590
    @vilmaanastasiadoy7590 9 місяців тому +1

    You are amazing!!!!I follow step by step for years!Thank you from Greece❤

  • @saxotonie
    @saxotonie 11 місяців тому +2

    Thank you so much Mandy! this video is super helpful to me being in US for these years, I still haven't fully figure out my local asian supermarket, love love love this video!

  • @blackhorse2947
    @blackhorse2947 11 місяців тому +10

    I am very fortunate to have three very large Asian Markets in my city. Your tour is just spot on and helps those not familiar with all the choices that can be over whelming …😊

  • @CatholicWhisper
    @CatholicWhisper 11 місяців тому +2

    Thank you so very much for all your amazing, high quality, Informative videos! I appreciate all the hard hard work you put into these amazing videos for the community and world. You are highly intelligent and so professional. It is a pleasure to watch and learn from you! I am a long time subscriber. I wish you much success, and a healthy long life.

  • @unknownorigin9517
    @unknownorigin9517 10 місяців тому +1

    Wow, these are terrific tips. You answered a lot of questions I’ve had. I really love your tip about using the outer bok choy leaves first.

  • @saucytriceratops365
    @saucytriceratops365 11 місяців тому +1

    I am so so grateful for both Souped Up Recipes and Chinese Cooking Demystified ❤
    I feel much more confident in my cooking and pantry stocking skills. Thank you!

  • @thecostumelady123
    @thecostumelady123 11 місяців тому +9

    Thank you, Mandy! This video is incredibly helpful and very much appreciated! I've cooked wonderful Chinese dishes because of you, but panic every time I have to go to an Asian market. I have no clue what's what. A shopping series would be amazing. 😃

    • @queenfrostene
      @queenfrostene 9 місяців тому +2

      oh wow, this immediately made me think of a series with a week's meal planning, shopping, and then teaching how to make the dishes for the week. That would be so cool, but I'm sure tons of work too.

  • @mudiusp6050
    @mudiusp6050 10 місяців тому +1

    I've been searching for you on my feed. So glad to see you, Mandy!

  • @vegasimplant9219
    @vegasimplant9219 11 місяців тому +2

    ABSOLUTELY AWESOME!!!!! Thank you, Chef! My shopping list has been modified.

  • @jjs71072
    @jjs71072 11 місяців тому +1

    This is hands down the best video I've seen on this topic. Thanks so much for making this video and sharing it. Happy New Year!

  • @mostlyvoid.partiallystars
    @mostlyvoid.partiallystars 10 місяців тому +2

    Oooooh Chinese celery sounds amazing! Thank you for taking us shopping!

  • @TheDarkfaery
    @TheDarkfaery 10 місяців тому +2

    This is very very helpful! I'm probably going to watch this several times so favourited!

  • @hollish196
    @hollish196 11 місяців тому +3

    This is incredibly helpful and so full of information about products! Thank you for doing this video.

  • @doodahgurlie
    @doodahgurlie 11 місяців тому +1

    I LOVE this video because you dropped nuggets of culinary wisdom everywhere. Please do more videos and show us how to pick various fresh produce, how to prep them, store them, etc. Definitely would love more info on sauces in the future like doubanjiang, fermented black beans, etc.

  • @elizabethcuisinier733
    @elizabethcuisinier733 9 місяців тому +1

    Thanks so much for making this video. I already knew some of the basic’s of Chinese cuisine. It was a delight to hear your insight and tips! 👍🙂

  • @susieangelo6410
    @susieangelo6410 11 місяців тому +1

    Season Greetings, Mandy! What a wonderful relaxing Shopping Experience Video to watch as you strolled through the aisles, unhurried to explain the Who, What and Why of the items in detail. Kudos to Lee Asian Market who could pat themselves on the back for having such a vast array of items, neatly organized and beautifully labeled in the produce section. 💜

  • @chunkyguacamole5997
    @chunkyguacamole5997 10 місяців тому +2

    Hi Mandy! Making this video was a genius idea - This is so helpful!! Thank you ❤ ❤

  • @DougASAP
    @DougASAP 11 місяців тому +2

    11:39 You should create a 'Short' from the discussion about 5 Spice... It's hysterical. Great video, good editing, not a lot of wasted time walking around. Thank you!

  • @mkvhardhat
    @mkvhardhat 8 місяців тому

    This is most helpful. I've been using the same suite of ingredients for a long while. Having you introduce new ingredients and descriptions of where and when to use will definitely improve my journey with authentic Asian dishes!! Thank you so very much. Sher sher

  • @sapphirerosehip829
    @sapphirerosehip829 11 місяців тому +1

    Amazing! Thank you for your comprehensive and exceptional help, hints and tips

  • @lindaisenegger163
    @lindaisenegger163 10 місяців тому +2

    This was fantastic. Thank you so much. I am going to watch until I have the points memorized !

  • @WastrelWay
    @WastrelWay 11 місяців тому +2

    This was very helpful. I'm usually lost when I go to the Oriental market, but this helps, especially about the fresh produce.

  • @wfmsylvest4741
    @wfmsylvest4741 3 місяці тому

    Thank you for taking the time out to this documentary I really enjoyed & learned a lot, your my favorite chef 🎉

  • @Jiuhuashan
    @Jiuhuashan 11 місяців тому +2

    Thank you Mandy, that was very informative!

  • @reginabaldwin7543
    @reginabaldwin7543 9 місяців тому +2

    Chef: This was SO helpful. I always feel lost and overwhelmed in asian markets. This really provides useful guidance. /thank you

  • @bim-ska-la-bim4433
    @bim-ska-la-bim4433 10 місяців тому +1

    You are one of the best. I learn with every dish I do from your videos, and this one was great.

  • @darthsynchronic
    @darthsynchronic 11 місяців тому +4

    Very informative video...much appreciated!! 😃

  • @camwan3389
    @camwan3389 4 місяці тому +1

    How come you know so much! This is absolutely incredible! Wow! I also love it when you go in to a supermarket and tell us not to buy this and how to get what! This is so real! Wonderful! Thank you so much!

  • @larrybethune3909
    @larrybethune3909 7 місяців тому

    Thank you for sharing your specific detailed knowledge of all these ingredients and flavours and things. Bean paste, noodle types and oyster sauce have been key areas of interest for me and you have helped understand why I like the flavours I like.

  • @WastedSunRise
    @WastedSunRise 11 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for showing us around ! ❤

  • @TracieSmithpomeranian
    @TracieSmithpomeranian 10 місяців тому +1

    Mandy, thank you so much, dear. This information will help so many people who want to learn about the difference in these products.

  • @mamabear52
    @mamabear52 10 місяців тому +1

    Prepare to feel overwhelmed, like your first day at a new high school in a new town but a master chef after you return home with your groceries. I would suggest having a few recipes ingredient lists also. A store that I shop at in Los Angeles, Ca, has the most amazing staff, friendly, helpful, but go during non peek hours as the stores parking lot can fill up. I generally walk around to the next street (after my shopping) and purchase prepared Peking Duck and a veggie dish with black mushroom the same day

  • @davidrichardson4319
    @davidrichardson4319 11 місяців тому +1

    Excellent informative video A perfect reference to browse over before every asian market trip I am definitely going to use your recipes. Thanks Gail

  • @arleathialorenzen5664
    @arleathialorenzen5664 11 місяців тому +1

    Thank you so so much for all your good tips. I enjoy watching you.

  • @chelebel
    @chelebel 11 місяців тому +1

    Brilliant video. I needed this experience. Thank you Mandy ❣

  • @MrLowdog5
    @MrLowdog5 7 місяців тому

    I love this woman.....she's so informative.......Keep up the GREAT WORK....I Live by your words...

  • @Russell-x8w
    @Russell-x8w 11 місяців тому +1

    This was excellent. Thank you so much for your hard work. Cheers.

  • @stevencottam93
    @stevencottam93 11 місяців тому +1

    This video was so helpful. Love this channel. Also I Bought the wok she sells a few years ago and it’s still going strong! Great quality.

  • @robert8321
    @robert8321 11 місяців тому

    Young lady!!! You NAILED this NEEDED information.
    You are SO very trusted when I follow your direction(s).
    Robert

  • @JTP1982
    @JTP1982 11 місяців тому +2

    A really great idea, I love both the tips and how it s made. would love seeing more like this

  • @stephaniewilkins1316
    @stephaniewilkins1316 11 місяців тому +4

    Mandy, I just discovered your channel. OMG!!! You make everything sound simpler. It doesn't seem so daunting and scary. I am determined to learn how to cook Asian cuisine because it is my favorite even if it is a few dishes. You are the perfect teacher. Did I hear somewhere that you have a cookbook? Where can I find it?

  • @Andrew_in_the_garden
    @Andrew_in_the_garden 11 місяців тому +2

    Mandy your videos always have me so very excited to cook~

  • @lorainnelapratte5178
    @lorainnelapratte5178 10 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for this segment, a must see!

  • @EeeHiyooori
    @EeeHiyooori 11 місяців тому +2

    I love you so much !!!! Keep doing what youre doing and keep spreading your sunshine energy through the art of food