Since they're all basics, you won't have to go to a specialty store to get started. Fresh produce, meat and seafood Everything from bok choy and beans to sliced meat and fresh shrimp are used to add flavor to traditional Oriental dishes. Mixed Vegetables - a fresh blend of broccoli, bok choy, carrots and snow peas. Made with fermented soybeans and roasted wheat. Sesame oil Used mainly as a flavored oil.
Corn starch Gives many Chinese dishes and sauces their familiar textures.
Helps sauces adhere to the meat. Allows meats to retain their juices and flavors. Rice vinegar Light and somewhat sweet. Adds acidity to marinades, dressings, etc. Rice The classic base ingredient in countless Oriental dishes.