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    Chiles, Rehydrating Dried

    Soak chiles in enough hot tap water to be completely submerged, stirring them every few minutes, making sure they are plumping evenly.Usually 15-30 minutes is enough time to make them pliable, much longer and the flavor begins to weaken.The soaking...

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    Chinese Eggplant, Flash Frying

    Heat oil to 350 degrees F.Slowly add eggplant to oil and cook for 15 to 30 seconds. Drain excess oil from eggplant on paper towel.Ready to be stir-fried.This process is known as flash frying.The purpose is to maintain the color...

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    Chocolate, Melting Tips

    How to Melt Chocolate in a Microwave Warm chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl at 50% power for 15-20 second intervals, stirring after each interval. Heat until almost melted with a few wafers still visible. Remove from the microwave and stir...

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    Chopsticks, How to use

    Chinese, chopsticks are called fai jee, which means "quick little boys". With a little practice you'll find that chopsticks are surprisingly easy to use, and they're just right for plucking the perfect mouthful of Chinese food. Start by placing one...

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    Citrus Juice, Freezing

    Squeeze, and pour the fresh juice of your favorite citrus (Meyer Lemons, Key Limes, Blood Oranges, Volcano Oranges, etc...) into an ice cube tray, then cover with plastic wrap to maintain freshness. Freeze. Once juice cubes are frozen, remove from...

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    Citrus Tips

    JuicingStart with room temperature fruit (bring it to room temperature by microwaving for 10 -15 seconds).Roll fruit on the counter top; pressing down with the palm of your hand for about 30 seconds.Cut fruit in half and squeeze juice by...

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    How to Open Melissa's Coconuts

    To Open Our EZ Open Coconuts Unclip the side. Push down on top. Peel off the safety seal. Insert straw & sip — so easy! Peel and dispose of the packaging. Use a spoon to scoop out the soft, sweet...

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    Coconut, Toasting

    Place Melissa’s shredded coconut evenly in a dry skillet. Cook over medium heat and cook, stirring or shaking the pan frequently to prevent burning. Take coconut from pan when the coconut begins to release its flavor and aroma, 5 to...

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    Cornstarch Slurry

    Thin3 tablespoons Cold or Room Temperature Water1 tablespoon CornstarchThick1 tablespoons Cold or Room Temperature Water1 tablespoon Cornstarch Dissolved in water, cornstarch is used to thicken sauces (especially stir-fry and Asian dishes) giving them an attractive transparent glaze. Using a wire...

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