Victor Sen Yung's Great Wok Cookbook - from Hop Sing, the Chinese Cook in the Bonanza TV Series

Master Traditional Chinese Cooking with Hollywood Icon Victor Sen Yung
Victor Sen Yung's Great Wok Cookbook has introduced generations to Chinese cooking techniques that are authentic and accessible. An intrepid Chinese American character actor, businessperson, and cooking enthusiast, millions of fans knew him as Hop Sing in the classic television show Bonanza. Here he shares his intimate knowledge of the art of traditional wok cooking in over 200 mouthwatering recipes.
Sen Yung presents Chinese cooking as an adventure in living. Many are surprised to learn that this iconic television actor was actually an accomplished chef off the screen. The Great Wok Cookbook reveals the art of preparing delectable Chinese cuisine, selecting the best ingredients to make meals that are a treat for the palette and a feast for the eyes. Included are classics from egg rolls and Won Ton soup to Chinese Barbecued Pork and Spicy Szechwan Chicken. Also included are the tools that make preparation easy, plus how-to diagrams for iconic Chinese specialties.
A child of immigrant parents, Sen Yung started to learn family recipes from the age of five. He generously sprinkles gems of cultural wisdom and insight throughout. The Great Wok Cookbook will guide you step by step in the skilled preparation of authentic Chinese cuisine. Whether gourmet chef or novice cook, these time-honored recipes belong in your kitchen.
This book is also available from Echo Point Books in hardcover (ISBN 1648370225).