Uncle Roger Reviews Yangzhou Fried Rice with Chef Shi

TLDRUncle Roger watches Chef Shi make Yangzhou Fried Rice and gives commentary on his techniques and ingredients. Uncle Roger is impressed with the tossing skills and the use of green beans, but is critical of the use of chicken broth. Uncle Roger also jokes about the love for spring onions in the dish.

Key insights

🍳Chef Shi demonstrates impressive tossing skills while making Yangzhou Fried Rice.

🥕Chef Shi includes green beans in his Yangzhou Fried Rice, following the traditional guidelines set by the Yangzhou K.Ary Association.

🐔Uncle Roger criticizes Chef Shi for using chicken broth in the fried rice, stating that it is more suited for soup.

Uncle Roger humorously points out the absence of soy sauce and MSG in Chef Shi's fried rice, highlighting the strict guidelines for authentic Yangzhou Fried Rice.

🤣Uncle Roger playfully teases Chef Shi's love for spring onions, remarking that he loves them more than his wife.

Q&A

What is the secret to good Yangzhou Fried Rice?

The secret to good Yangzhou Fried Rice is to loosen the rice by punching it and to toss it vigorously to ensure even distribution of ingredients.

Why doesn't Chef Shi use soy sauce or MSG in his fried rice?

Chef Shi follows the strict guidelines set by the Yangzhou K.Ary Association, which specifies the ingredients that can be used in Yangzhou Fried Rice.

Can I use chicken broth in fried rice?

While some variations of fried rice may use chicken broth, traditional Yangzhou Fried Rice does not include it. Uncle Roger suggests using it for soup instead.

Is Yangzhou Fried Rice popular in Western countries?

Yangzhou Fried Rice is often misrepresented in Western countries, with many restaurants using the name but serving a different dish. Authentic Yangzhou Fried Rice can usually be found in high-end Chinese restaurants.

Where can I buy Uncle Roger merchandise?

You can buy Uncle Roger merchandise, including the blue hoodie mentioned in the video, at UncleRogerMerch.com.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Uncle Roger introduces the video and expresses his desire to make the studio more appealing.

00:23Chef Shi starts making Yangzhou Fried Rice and Uncle Roger points out the excessive use of chicken broth in the recipe.

02:07Uncle Roger comments on the strict guidelines for authentic Yangzhou Fried Rice and jokes about the involvement of the Chinese government.

03:41Chef Shi ignores questions from the audience, prompting Uncle Roger to express his frustration.

06:58Uncle Roger compares Chef Shi's techniques to those of Jamie Oliver and highlights the importance of the right ingredients in Yangzhou Fried Rice.

10:15Chef Shi demonstrates his skills in tossing the fried rice and adds various toppings, including spring onions.

11:32Uncle Roger expresses his admiration for Chef Shi's unique technique of pouring soup into the rice.

12:34Uncle Roger concludes the video and mentions his plans to improve the studio backdrop.