Step 1

Wash the scallions and pat them thoroughly dry. Thinly slice them into rounds, and then use your knife to mince them further. You should end up with 4 tablespoons finely minced scallions.

Step 2

Next, slice 10 rounds of ginger very thinly. Julienne them into matchsticks and mince them finely. (These steps could be done with a food processor.) You should end up with 3 tablespoons finely minced ginger.

Step 3

Combine the scallion, ginger, oil, and salt in a bowl (adjusting the oil and salt to your tastes). Mix thoroughly, and it’s ready to serve!

Step 4

If we are enjoying poached chicken (bai qie ji), we split it into two small bowls, and add light soy sauce to one of them to taste.