Category: Life Skills
Can I still eat bitter melon seeds if they’ve turned red?
Bitter melon pairs perfectly with sweet and bitter dishes. Summer is bitter melon’s peak season, and it’s not just the flesh that’s nutritious; the inner membrane and seeds also offer nourishing and therapeutic benefits. Have you ever cut open a bitter melon and found the seeds have turned red? Is it still safe to eat?…
How to Wash Ground Meat
Meat, while rich in nutrients, is a breeding ground for bacteria. Should meat be rinsed before cooking? Opinions vary. Some people rinse meat directly under the tap, while others rinse it with hot water. Others believe that minced or shredded meat should never be washed, as washing it drains the juices and creates a pool…
The Right Way to Prepare Vegetables
A balanced daily diet requires a variety of vegetables and their nutritional value. However, many people prioritize flavor and texture when preparing vegetables. This approach can lead to overlooking nutrient retention and loss. What are the unique nutrients found in vegetables? To fully absorb the nutrients, you need to prepare them correctly. When preparing vegetables,…
How to remove the fishy smell from meat?
Many people may notice that the pork or other meat they buy has a fishy odor. This is especially true with freshly slaughtered, warm-cut meat from traditional markets. Why can fresh meat have a fishy odor? And how can it be treated? Why can fresh meat have a fishy odor? Pig Gender When male pigs…
Can I still eat a sprouted pitaya?
Can I still eat a sprouted pitaya? Is it poisonous? Common ingredients like potatoes can produce toxins and should not be eaten after sprouting, making it more important to be cautious when storing purchased ingredients. How can I properly store pitaya to keep it in optimal condition? Can I still eat a sprouted pitaya? Pitaya…
Chinese Cuisine: Three Tips for Removing the Bitterness of Bok Choy
Bok Choy is rich in vitamins and minerals, and its high fiber content can help promote bowel movements. It can be prepared in a variety of ways, from stir-frying it plain to scrambling with mushrooms, bamboo shoots, or eggs. It can also be made into a delicious bok choy tofu soup. However, some people find…
How to choose the right matcha to suit your taste?
Matcha’s delicate bitter-sweet aroma and tea-like fragrance are what attract matcha lovers. There are many types of matcha, and they can be categorized as either light or strong. What are the differences in flavor and quality between these two types of matcha? Which type is right for you? What determines the flavor of your matcha?…
Chinese Cooking Tips: How to Remove the Bitterness from Rapeseed Dishes?
Rapeseed is available year-round in China, but it’s particularly delicious in winter and spring, boasting a sweeter taste. Rapeseed is a nutritious cruciferous vegetable, low in calories and high in nutrients. It’s also high in calcium and potassium. It not only provides dietary fiber but also helps maintain bone health and lowers blood pressure. However,…
Does a dark purple discoloration on beef mean it’s spoiled?
When meat, such as beef or pork, develops a dark purple discoloration, does it mean the meat has spoiled? Could a dark purple discoloration actually indicate that the meat is fresh? We often use appearance and color to judge the freshness of meat. Which of these discolorations, bright red, brown, or dark purple, indicates freshness?…
Chinese Cooking Tips: How to Keep Stir-fried Beef Tender and Not Dried?
Stir-fried beef is a common dish on the table, and it can be combined with other ingredients to create a variety of flavors. For example, stir-fried beef with green peppers, stir-fried beef with water spinach, and so on. The biggest fear when stir-frying beef is dry and tough. To achieve delicious results, pay attention to…