Ever wonder what's in a Chinese pantry?

Oyster sauce

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Hoisin Sauce

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Chili oil

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shaoxing wine

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Chinese Black Vinegar

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Light Soy Sauce

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Dark Soy Sauce

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Sesame Oil (Toasted)

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Five-Spice Powder

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Sichuan Peppercorns

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White pepper

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cornstarch

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Dried Shiitake Mushrooms

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Jasmine or Medium-Grain Rice

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Dried Noodles (Wheat, Rice, or Egg

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Salt for basic seasoning

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Dried Red Chilies For hot oil or stir-fries.

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MSG (Optional)

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Ginger,Garlic, Scallions

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