Category: Recipe
Crispy Pork Rind Recipes
Nothing is more delicious than the crispy skin of roasted chicken, roasted pork, or pan-fried fish. The skin should be dry and crispy, breaking with a snap when chewed, and never becoming a tough, rubbery mess. The biggest challenge when grilling meat or fish is achieving a perfectly crispy skin without leaving the meat dry…
Tips for Cooking Water Spinach
Water spinach (Ipomoea aquatica) is characterized by its hollow stem. A dish of stir-fried water spinach with garlic is a common household dish. The stem of water spinach is crispy, but it requires multiple chews to break down the fibers, which may not be to everyone’s liking. Water spinach with long stems can be prepared…
Are the basil and basil used in Western pesto the same?
Are basil and Western basil the same ingredient? What are the differences? Both basil and sweet basil are basil, but they differ in variety, aroma, and flavor. What is basil? Basil, also known as the “King of Herbs,” has over 100 varieties worldwide and is used worldwide. The basil varieties commonly used in different regions…
Chinese Cuisine: Mung Bean Soup Recipes
Mung beans, long known in the Compendium of Materia Medica for their sweet and cold, non-toxic properties, can reduce swelling, relieve gas, suppress heat and detoxify. They can replenish vital energy, harmonize the five internal organs, and calm the mind. These words chronicle the therapeutic benefits of the small bean. How should mung beans and…
Caviar Recipes and Preservation
Today, we’ll introduce you to a premium ingredient: authentic caviar. What exactly is caviar? Caviar refers to sturgeon eggs. “Authentic caviar” not only refers to sturgeon eggs, but also requires eggs from species of sturgeon native to the Caspian and Black Seas, which lie at the junction of Europe and Asia. Roes from the Beluga,…
Vietnamese Pho Noodles Recipes
Vietnamese specialty, pho, boasts a translucent appearance and a chewy texture. Made from rice paste, traditional Vietnamese pho is prepared by mixing rice into a paste, steaming the paste until it forms rice paper, and finally cutting the noodles into strips. To imitate authentic Vietnamese pho noodles, simply prepare the rice noodles and other ingredients,…
How to choose the right sauce for different pasta types?
In Italy, every shape has a meaning, created to complement different sauces or fillings. Pairing them has become a commonplace and common sense for Italians. To help you better understand pasta, here are a few “shape vs. sauce” pairings for reference only. Slim Pasta Slim pasta includes the world-famous spaghetti, which is medium-thick, as well…
Benefits and Cooking Tips for Cutlassfish
Cuttlefish is a common fish dish on the family table because it has few bones and is easy to eat. But how do you choose the right cutlassfish? When pan-frying cutlassfish, how can you ensure the fish remains intact and the skin remains intact? Cuttlefish: High-quality protein and a good source of DHA for brain…
10 Spices and Herbs Every Cook Should Know
Here are 10 spices and herbs every culinary enthusiast should know. Turmeric This golden spice has been used for thousands of years to treat a variety of health issues. Turmeric contains many beneficial compounds, particularly the anti-inflammatory curcumin. Many studies have even shown that turmeric has the potential to help fight diseases such as cancer…
5 Fun Egg Recipes
Eggs are readily available, nutritious, and versatile, making them a staple for most people. Besides simple hard-boiled, poached, and scrambled eggs, there are also more advanced recipes like poached, poached, cloud-shaped, and souffléed omelets. There are many more exciting ways to cook them. Souffléed Omelette By applying the fluffy texture of soufflé to omelets, you…