Cornstarch, also called corn flour, maize starch, and many other names is a starch derived from the endosperm of the corn (grain). This dry carbohydrate is well-known as a versatile pantry essential usually used as a thickener for soups and sauces, syrups, and helping crisp up fried food. It even helps create fuffy baked goods….
Breadcrumbs or ‘Breading’ is a kitchen essential that elevate any ordinary dish into crisp perfection. From savory main dishes to crunchy snacks, and even crispier toppings. These depending on its size, dryness, and coarseness can be used in a number of dishes to bring flavor, texture, and structure in a recipe. A useful ingredient in…
Chicken Legs also known as ‘Drumstick Chicken’ or just ‘Drumsticks’ are the most coveted part of the chicken. These juicy, tender, and easy to handle cut of meat can be cooked sautéed, baked, whether fried, braised, slow-cooked, or grilled. Packed with protein and flavor. In this article, we’ll learn more about this versatile chop and…
Seaweed Sheets or “Nori” in Japanese is one of the main used ingredients in Japanese cuisine. While it’s familiarly seen used in sushi rolls, as a topping over jasmine rice, or to cover up onigiri. There’s more to this ingredient besides making the dish look interesting. Made of dried red algae and known for its…
The “Longan” or known by its scientific name “Dimocarpus longan” is a fruit tree native to Asia, but can be found in areas with tropical climates. It has a small fruit with a gritty yellowish-brown shell, a sweet, juicy, edible translucent flesh, that tastes almost grape-like which is sometimes compared to lychee, and is packed…
The Strawberry, contrary to popular belief, with its vibrant red hue and juicy sweetness, is not a berry but a member of the rose family. Bursting with antioxidants and vitamin C, this heart-shaped fruit not only offers health benefits but also lends a fresh, tart, and colorful touch to desserts. Whether enjoyed fresh, used in…
Marshmallows are a versatile soft pillowy sweet confectionery that takes the toasted spotlight in s’mores. Pronounced ‘marsh-meh-low’, these are typically crafted from sugar, gelatin, and water. Whether enjoyed as a pillowy sweet treat on its own or a gooey indulgent addition to any campfire s’mores, over hot cocoa, in baked goods like brownies, rocky road…
A sweet snack or a staple pantry ingredient for your favorite pie crust. Graham Crackers are sweet brown biscuits that are either honey or cinnamon flavored. This is popularly used as a crust for pies, layering for desserts, or made into mini easy-to-do sweet treats like s’mores, or simple pice crust base. Find out more…
The apple fruit is a timeless versatile ingredient that offers a wide array of culinary delights like wine, vinegar, juices, jelly, salads, applesauce, in baked goods-namely the classic apple pie. These sweet, tart, crisp, or juicy apples, whether enjoyed fresh or cooked, offer a world of culinary possibilities. Beyond their adaptability in the kitchen, they…
The Pear is one of the members of the rose family. These come in various types, exhibiting a spectrum of colors, sweetness, and textures that cater to diverse taste preferences. A delicate and naturally sweet and popular fruit that’s even featured in Christmas song Twelve Days of Christmas, with the iconic line “a partridge in…
