What is garam masala?
Garam masala which translates to “warm spice mix” is an ingredient often used in South Asian cooking. It isn’t one spice but a blend of several spices.
Kitchen
Divided into three sub-categories — ingredients, how-tos and tools — this section includes tips on choosing a kitchen countertop (in case you're remodeling) and kitchen organizing.
Okra: how to grow and how to cook
It is not hard to grow okra in a home garden. Cooking it is more challenging. We've learned that smaller pods are more tender and less fibrous. And we have techniques to …
That pinch of pricey saffron
So, you're making paella and you want it to be authentic. Is that pinch of pricey saffron really necessary? Will its omission detract from the quality of the paella?
How to make paratha at home
A flatbread associated with India, paratha consists of flattened layers of dough coated liberally with ghee. There are many ways to make it. This is my daughter's …
Recycling glass jars and bottles for food use
Whether you’re a food seller or a mom simply concerned with plastic pollution, please consider recycling glass jars and bottles for food use. We do it at home.
What is Chinese five-spice powder?
Have you ever wondered why every time you buy Chinese five-spice powder, the flavor of the cooked dish is never exactly the same?
Are crab sticks made with real crab meat?
If you’re allergic to crabs (or all crustaceans) and wondered why eating kani (crab sticks) never made you sick, it’s because there is no creab meat in crab sticks.