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 …
Beyond the Basics
What is Tofu? What’s the Best Way to Cook It?
Silken, soft or firm, all tofu is made by liquefying soaked soy beans to make soy milk then adding a coagulant to form …
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, Lesson 10: Exploring Cuisines
Nothing beats comfort food. That is a fact. But because we associate food with pleasant memories, our definition of …
How to Cook, Lesson 9: Reheating and Recycling Leftovers
It rarely happens that the food cooked for a meal is exactly enough. Sometimes, there's a bit too little that leaves …
How to Cook, Lesson 8: Creative Cookery (a.k.a. Cooking With No Recipes)
One evening years ago, my brother-in-law and his girlfriend came over for dinner. It was impromptu. They called up at …
How to Cook, Lesson 7: Cooking Without Meat (Think Vegetarian)
Meatless dishes need not be boring. I can say that now in all honesty. I would have said things differently a decade …
How to Cook, Lesson 6: Intermediate Cooking Methods
By now, you know how to boil and tell the difference between boiling and simmering. You know how to pan fry, shallow fry …
When Stir Frying, Always Use Oil with a High Smoke Point
Although the wok can be used for a wide array of cooking methods, it is mostly used for stir frying. And you can't stir …
The Secret to Tender Juicy Fried Quails
The secret to tender juicy fried quails is the length of the cooking time. Not the frying time, mind you. Fry them for …
How to Stir Fry: A Practical Guide For Home Cooking
Perfect stir fries with succulent meat and tender crispy vegetables don't happen by magic. You have to pay attention to …
How To Make Ganache
Ganache is a mixture of chocolate and cream. How thick or thin the mixture should be depends on how you intend to use …