Does dumpling / spring roll meat filling have to raw before wrapping?
Generally, yes. But there are exceptions. Some meat varieties, even when fully cooked, can be minced and be used as dumpling filling. Read on.
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.
Do mussels and clams need to be soaked before cooking?
Yes. Clams need soaking more than mussels, in fact, because they are “burrowers” in sediment.
How to cook baby (young) corn
How is baby corn produced, exactly? Is it nutritious? Between fresh and canned, which is better? All these plus buying tips and recipes.
What is blanching and how is it different from parboiling?
Whether blanching or parboiling, food undergoes the same process — getting plunged in boiling water.
How to safely unclog drainage with lye
The kitchen sink takes a lot of punishment. We wash greasy plates and utensils in it and, like it or not, and no matter how careful we are, there comes a time when …
How to chop: illustrated
There's regular chop, rough chop and fine chop. What's the difference in terms of the size of the chopped pieces? What's the difference in terms of usage?
How to make a roux and how to use it
Roux is pronouncedroo. It is a mixture of fat and flour, and is the base for many stews, sauces (including gravy) and soups. Chicken a la King is cooked with a roux. It …