This 1843 work by naval officer Granville Gower Loch (1813–53) is based on his journal of the capture of Chinkiang (Zhenjiang) in July 1842, the last major battle of the First Opium War. Covering not ...

However, you can use any grocery store brand of soy sauce that you have on hand. Chinkiang vinegar or Chinese black vinegar provides the sour hit in this recipe. You should be able to easily find ...

The tofu needs to be marinated for at least 15 minutes and up to 8 hours before proceeding with the recipe. Refrigerate for up to 4 days. Chinkiang vinegar (Chinese black vinegar) can be found at ...

But get used to that and you’ll come to appreciate the punchy, refreshing and downright distinctive character on show here, courtesy of garlic, soy, Chinkiang vinegar, chilli and sesame oil. “I went ...

Black is fruitier and aromatic. Black Gold Plum brand chinkiang vinegar is readily available here and it keeps well, some say improving with age. It is used as a dip for dumplings as well as in ...

Stir-fry until fragrant and a deep golden-brown, almost burnt. Transfer the oil and spring onion to a bowl and set aside. Combine the soy sauces and Chinkiang vinegar together in a large bowl. Cook ...