Fastest Way to Remove Slime Off Catfish
There are several kinds of catfish. They are known by different names but I am no authority on regional names.
In …
Cooking Techniques
Crispy Pork Belly With No Deep Frying
A slab of pork belly, skin on, is simmered in salted water, drained and cooled then lowered into a pot of very, very hot …
Chinese Egg Drop Soup Tips and Tricks
How do you like your egg drop soup? Do you want the eggs wispy or chunky? What's the trick for preventing the eggs from …
How to Cook Regular Popcorn in the Microwave
These days, we get to spend more time in the company of Netflix than usual. Moviehouses are closed (of course!) and even …
Tips and Tricks for Cooking Soft-boiled, Medium-boiled and Hard-boiled Eggs
Protein-rich pantry staple, eggs can be cooked in so many ways and boiling in the shell is only one of them. But did you …
How to Prepare Fresh Egg Noodles
Are you a fan of egg noodles? We are. And we prefer fresh to dried. We like the springiness and chewiness that are lost …
How to Get Rid of the Bitterness of Ampalaya (Bitter Gourd / Melon)
Two things work to get rid of the bitterness of ampalaya. Not totally but enough to make eating it less traumatic for …
What are Prawn Crackers (Shrimp Puffs) and How are They Cooked?
A popular accompaniment of Chinese takeout food, prawn crackers are crisp and light. But do they really contain prawn? …
How To Cook Chinese-style Fried Rice
It's three days before the Lunar New Year. In Asia, nian gao is everywhere and the focus on Chinese food is mounting. …
How to Cook Duck Breast
If you like duck but find that a whole duck is too much for your family’s consumption, you can buy duck breast instead. …
How to Cook Congee (Rice Porridge) Minus the Myths
Asian rice porridge, or congee, can be cooked with water or broth. It may be thick or thin. The rice grains may still be …
How to Cook, Lesson 10: Exploring Cuisines
Nothing beats comfort food. That is a fact. But because we associate food with pleasant memories, our definition of …