Can I substitute lard for butter? This one question always pops in my mind every time I start with a recipe that calls for the use of lard! Let’s admit it, though lard is not an uncommon ingredient; it also is not something that you can always find in your refrigerator. So, the chances are…
Pork belly is one of the most revered and popular cuts around the world! No one can deny the tenderness and the juicy texture of its meat. It remains high in demand all the time. That is why you might find grocery stores or butcher shops running out of pork belly cut. Well, if you…
Potato flour is not something that we use every other day, but there are some recipes that call for potato flour due to its unique texture, taste and water absorption qualities. If you ever find yourself in the position where you come across a recipe that calls for potato flour, but you don’t have one,…
Commonly known as Swiss Cheese – Emmental Cheese is one fine delight to add to many recipes. Cheese is something that we never get enough of. From adding to paste to making soups, fillings, and toppings, different types of cheese are used. Emmental Swiss Cheese is particularly known for its rich fat content and therefore…
Tomato puree is without a doubt the most used ingredient in the world. There is no cuisine that does not make use of tomatoes or their puree. From soups to sauces and stews, tomato puree is used in a variety of recipes. It is not only used for its tomato-based flavor but also for the…
Stewed tomatoes give you a smart and easy way to add flavors to any meal without going through the struggle of preparing tomatoes and other vegetables separately. You can say stewed tomatoes are time savers, and they ensure convenience whenever you are cooking a soup, stew or sauces. Stewed tomatoes come in packed cans, but…
Water chestnuts are known for their mellow sweet taste and crunchiness. This Asian grown water tuber is widely confused as nuts, though it is an altogether different vegetable. Water chestnuts are widely used in Asian cuisines, especially in Chinese food. In fact, China is a major cultivation center of water chestnuts. Available in fresh, canned,…
Tarragon vinegar is known for its bitter-sweet, liquorice-like flavor and this unique taste makes this vinegar a widely popular ingredient in French Cuisine. The tarragon vinegar is basically extracted from the lesser-known “Estragon”, or commonly known tarragon Plant. The plant leaves are processed to extract the vinegar, and the taste can range from mild…
