There are two common forms of stir-frying, the ''chao'' (炒) and ''bao'' (爆) techniques. The ''chao'' technique is more similar to the Western style of [[sauteing]], while the ''bao'' technique is faster and uses a higher heat. | There are two common forms of stir-frying, the ''chao'' (炒) and ''bao'' (爆) techniques. The ''chao'' technique is more similar to the Western style of [[sauteing]], while the ''bao'' technique is faster and uses a higher heat. |