Tips

Sno peas have a tough outer string. To remove, pinch or cut top stem and peel away string from top to bottom.

Check the water level in the bottom of the steamer occasionally. If it's low, add boiling water to avoid lowering the temperature. A heat-resistant glass pie plate makes an ideal liner for steaming fish, custards, and other foods. Don't get...

When grinding whole, fresh spices with an electric spice grinder (also known as a small electric coffee mill) the results in flavor are so much more intensified and livelier.Whenever possible choose whole spices and grind them just before using.Add spices...

The best-known method in Chinese cookery, stir-frying is simply frying food over high heat with continuous tossing and stirring. A small amount of oil is added to the wok or pan and must be properly heated to a high temperature...

You'll need: 1 cup Sugar¼ cup Water Place sugar and water in a small, heavy saucepan and stir to blend. Cook over medium heat, shaking the pan continuously, until sugar turns golden and caramelizes.

Baking Sweet PotatoesPierce before baking to let the steam escape. Place on a foil lined baking sheet to catch any juices.Boiling Sweet PotatoesDo not peel first, as the thin skins will slip off after boiling. This will leave most nutrients...

Blend contents of package with 2 cups of water. Apply two tablespoons of batter to glossy side of corn husk. Spread batter to ½ inch thick. Stay about 2 inches away from edges of corn husk. Apply a portion of...

Toasting is a technique used to release the flavor of ingredients such as sesame seeds or Sichuan peppercorns.To toast, place the ingredients in a small, dry pan, preferably one with a heavy bottom, and place the pan over low heat,...

Pecans, as well as other nuts, may be toasted to enhance their flavor.There are two ways to toast nuts: in a 350 degree oven for about seven minutes, stirring them from time to time to prevent burning, or on the...