Napa Cabbage – 1 pound

Dried Scallops (Conpoy) – 5 ounces

Garlic – 2 whole cloves

Sesame Oil – 2 tablespoons

Potato flour – 1 tablespoon mixed with 2 tablespoons of water

Chicken Stock – 1 cup

Water – 1 cup

Salt – to taste

Napa Cabbage and Dried Scallops – Throughout China’s history cuisine plays a central part in merging empires, cultures and populations together.  In China, there is a familiar image of families celebrating together around tables filled with elaborate culinary feasts.  In the Asian countries of China, Korea and Japan, Napa Cabbage is a popular ingredient used in soups, hot pots, stir-fried cuisine and fermented cold dishes, such as Kimchi.  Napa cabbage, a leafy vegetable with white and green leaves, has a mild flavor that makes it a versatile addition to many dishes.  Dried Scallop (Conpoy) represents another naturally flavorful ingredient popular in Asian cuisine.  The strong seafood flavor of dried scallops is preserved by cooking fresh scallops and then drying them.  These seafood preservation techniques date back to ancient times and continue to define present day Asian, and specifically Chinese cuisine.  Dried Scallops and other quality food products from Hong Kong and Japan can be found in the Asian markets throughout the USA.  These combined ingredients: mild flavored napa cabbage, sea scented scallops and flavorful chicken stock create a wonderful dish.