Author: Daniel
Chinese Health Preservation: Autumn Food, Daylily and Sweet Potato Recipes
In autumn, with the arrival of the Beginning of Autumn, End of Heat, and White Dew solar terms, what ingredients are suitable for consumption? The solar terms are divisions based on our ancestors’ observations of the sun’s position in the ecliptic and climate change. Food choices vary with each season and solar term. This not…
How to prevent a cake from cracking?
Why do cakes crack after baking? How can you prevent them from cracking when baking? And if they do crack, how can you fix it? Let’s ask a baking expert for some practical tips. Repairing a Cracked Sponge Layer Cake To make a sponge layer cake, you first create a naked cake, then cut it…
How are the salted egg yolks in mooncakes made?
How are the salted egg yolks in mooncakes made? Are the purchased salted egg yolks raw or cooked? How do you choose? Don’t miss out on making classic homemade salted egg yolks for mooncakes like egg yolk pastries during the Mid-Autumn Festival. Salted eggs and salted egg yolks are made from either red mud or…
Egg Yolk Pastry Recipes
When making egg yolk pastry at home, you’re bound to encounter many challenges: how to make the pastry, how to create layers, how to prepare the salted egg yolk, and why does the pastry break during baking? By focusing on four key steps, you can elevate your egg yolk pastry making skills. What is egg…
What ingredients are suitable for making gluten-free pastries?
With the recent rise of the gluten-free diet, gluten-free pastries have also become popular. Gluten is a protein found in grains like barley, wheat, and rye. For those with gluten allergies, consuming it can cause gastrointestinal discomfort. Thus, a gluten-free diet allows those with gluten allergies to enjoy delicious food without worry. So, besides wheat,…
Chicken Breast Cooking Tips
When it comes to preparing a whole chicken breast, many people struggle with the question, “How do I make it so it doesn’t become dry?” Breast meat is naturally lower in fat than leg meat. Besides maintaining proper temperature control, it’s also important to learn how to retain the fat within the breast, returning the…
How to choose and cook barbecue ingredients?
How to choose barbecue ingredients? Preparing ingredients and grilling is often hectic, especially since barbecues are often held outdoors or at home. It’s easy to overlook details. Before you start shopping and preparing, here are some tips for buying and grilling. How to choose barbecue ingredients? Pork should be bright red, and meatballs should have…
Braised Pork with Wine Plum Recipe
With only plums left in the plum wine jar, a new dilemma arises: what to do with them? This time, we’re using green plums soaked in rice wine. Those plums that sank to the bottom of the jar have such a wonderful use. I was initially worried about what to do with them, but now…
Black Fungus Cooking Tips
Black fungus has always been a popular ingredient, both for its health and its culinary appeal. With its crisp texture and versatile cooking methods, it’s a common dish on our table. However, fresh black fungus doesn’t keep well; if left out for too long, it becomes soggy and sticky. Therefore, after buying a whole box…
How to remove pesticides from vegetables?
Which of these methods is most effective for removing pesticides from vegetables: salt water, vinegar, baking soda, or tap water? When buying groceries, the biggest worry is that pesticide residue might be present. Washing vegetables is a common problem for many people, so this article will teach you how to wash them properly. Why do…