A CLOSER LOOK
How to recognize it
Pale brown cylindrical roots with lengthwise grooves and a fibrous, pale interior.
In the kitchen
Used with mutton in Taiyuan tounao.
Also prepared as thick round or oval slices; distinct from the aerial plant.
Ask about this ingredient
这道菜里有黄芪吗？
Does this dish contain Astragalus root?
A few dishes to explore
These examples use this ingredient in typical or optional preparations. Open the dish to see the distinction; a restaurant’s recipe can differ.
