Why Bamboo Steamers Make the Perfect Dim Sum | Eat China: Back to Basics S4E5

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Go to any old-school dim sum restaurant, and what do you see them serving your food with Bamboo steamers. Why do chefs swear by it, and how are they made? This is the fifth episode of our new season of “Eat China: Back to Basics,” where we answer burning questions you might have about Chinese food. Don’t miss our stories, what’s buzzing around the web, and bonus material. Sign up for the GT NEWSLETTER: http://gt4.life/YTnewsletter 0:00 History of steaming 01:23 Cooking dim sum 03:15 The right bamboo 04:18 Handmade steamers 06:48 Fading Hong Kong trade If you liked this video, we have more explainers about Chinese food: MSG is Not Bad for You. Right? | Eat China: Back to Basics S4E2 https://youtu.be/BGyD15_ZFtY Is There A Right Way to Use Chopsticks? | Eat China: Back to Basics S4E4 https://youtu.be/mmZvvu7EEjo Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes moments: http://instagram.com/goldthread2 Stay updated on Twitter: http://twitter.com/goldthread2 Join the conversation on Facebook: http://facebook.com/goldthread2 Have story ideas? Send them to us at [email protected] Producer: Yoyo Chow Videographer: Hanley Chu, Joshua Davy, Hon Sing Wai (Wil) Editor: Nicholas Ko Narration: Victoria Ho Animation: Stella Yoo Mastering: César del Giudice #dimsum #bamboo #Chinese food