Stir-Fried Shredded Potato

One of my favourite things about Chinese cuisine is the way potatoes are treated. They’re prepared, cooked and served with rice just like any other vegetable. The light, crisp texture of the potato in this dish is something to marvel at, especially if you’ve only previously tried heavier, western-style potato dishes. I shred the potatoes with a knife, which is how most Chinese cooks do it, but a mandolin fitted with the julienne blade or a julienne peeler will work just as well. It is impor