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Different Types of Rice and Where to use Each Type
In many cultures rice symbolizes fertility and life – consequently we have the age-old tradition of throwing rice at weddings. In some circles, spilling or upsetting a bowl of rice is considered to be very bad luck, so be careful when tipping the contents of those rice bags into airtight containers for storage! 😄 For…
How to Select, Store and Cook Meat
You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button below: How to Store Meats Selection of Meats Pan Frying Casseroles/Currying Roasting Barbecuing or Char Grilling Stir Frying Different cuts of meat suit different cooking methods. There are two main methods: dry heat, which includes char grilling and stir frying, and moist heat,…
What to Eat and How to Cook It If You Are On a Low Fat Diet Program
So what should we do to keep our daily intake of fats within low fat diet guidelines? Here is a brief guide to the main food groups and their value in our diet and some alternative methods for preparing and cooking them. Dairy Products One of the main sources of saturated fats is dairy products;…
Maltose
Maltose or malt syrup is a molasses-like substance which is made by fermenting barley or a similar grain. So how do you make maltose syrup at home? It is not that hard actually. It just needs some time to prepare. Maltose is a thick, sweet syrup that is made from cereal grains of barley. It…
How to Prepare Preserved Lemons and Limes
Lemons or limes preserved in salt develop a rich, mellow flavor. Preserved lemons have a silken texture and a very distinctive flavor. They are an indispensable ingredient in Moroccan cooking and are widely used as a flavoring by many of the leading chefs. Preserved lemons give a mellow flavor to Mediterranean dishes. PREP TIME: 10…
Methods to Prepare Vegetables
You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button below: Mashing Mashing or puréeing is a great way to serve a variety of vegetables including potatoes, parsnip, pumpkin and celeriac. Food processors are often used to puree vegetables, although mashing potatoes in the food processor gives them a starchy, gluey texture, so…
How to Cook Different Noodle Types
You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button below: Fresh Rice Noodles Dried Rice Noodles Dried Egg Noodles Fresh Egg Noodles Hokkien Noodles Udon Noodles (Fresh and Dried) Cellophane Noodles Soba Noodles Ramen Noodles Somen Noodles Shanghai Noodles Fresh Rice Noodles: Fresh rice noodles come in a variety of widths and…
How to Peel Tomatoes, Peaches, Apricots and Other Fruits With Thin Skins
Although they have thin edible skins, which are also full of nutrients, it is standard practice in the kitchen to peel off the skins of these fruits when a recipe asks for it. Blanching is required to slip off the skin easily. The removal of skins is necessary for a fine delicate end product. A…
Verjus
Verjuice, verjus or verjus molasses, as it may be called, is the vinegar made from juice of unripe grapes as well as of red ones. Other unripened fruit such as apples, pears and plums have also been used to produce verjus דף. Verjus in French means ‘green juice’. Almost every wine-producing region in France and…
Tapas Recipe with Almonds, Olives and Cheese
These three simple ingredients are lightly flavored to create a delicious Spanish tapas medley that’s perfect for a casual starter or nibbles to serve with drinks before dinner. SERVES: 6-8PREP TIME: 15 minCOOK TIME: 5 minREADY TIME: 20 minCALORIES: 478 /servingCUISINE: Mediterranean ⇓ You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button…
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