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The Frugal Gourmet, with chef Jeff Smith, is an amazingly thorough video collection with over 80 episodes that include food recipes from around the world. In each episode, Smith demonstrates several simple but important recipes. With this episode, learn to make authentic Chinese food. Recipes include Slow-cooked Pork with Wine Sauce, Glass Noodles with Pork and Shrimp, and Scallops in Garlic. Smith not only cooks, but also discusses the theological and anthropological histories of the dishes he prepares. He brings humor and wide-ranging knowledge into the kitchen.