Category: Life Skills
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…
Myth: “Curved bananas are more nutritious?”
“I heard you should choose curved bananas because they’re more fragrant, sweeter, and safer than straight ones. Is that true?” Is there any scientific basis for this claim? “Curved and straight bananas have the same nutritional value.” What other untrue rumors and misconceptions are there about bananas? Bananas can improve gastrointestinal motility, replenish energy, prevent…
Can I eat nuts that smell like “oil”?
A small handful of nuts daily helps replenish essential nutrients. However, some people notice a “oil” smell when they open their nuts. Why do nuts have this smell? How can I choose and store them properly? My nuts smell like “oil”? You might have bought low-quality nuts! Nutritious and delicious nuts are a good source…
What is the white powder on grape skins?
Grapes are rich in nutrients such as anthocyanins and polyphenols. Among them, resveratrol, a polyphenol, can help boost the body’s antioxidant defenses. When buying grapes, have you ever noticed the white, foggy layer on the skin? Some people mistakenly believe it’s pesticide and wash their grapes carefully before eating. What exactly is this powder? Is…