Category: Cooking

Is it feasible to deep fry 4 chicken thighs simultaneously at home? Hello everyone! I’m curious if deep frying four chicken thighs at once is practical in a home kitchen setting. I have some experience with deep frying, but cooking only one or two at a time just isn’t ideal for me for reasons I…

What’s the best ratio for a hotsauce and water marinade? I’m planning to marinate some tofu in a hotsauce and water mixture but I’m not sure how much of each to use. I can handle a lot of heat, but I’d like to save on the hotsauce since I’m on a tight budget. I’ll be…

Most Outrageous Recipe Challenge! I’ve hit a cooking plateau and it seems like I keep repeating the same meals week after week. I’m craving fresh inspiration and new recipe ideas! My kitchen routine is all about frittatas, roasted veggies, and jacket potatoes. So here’s the deal: I’m open to trying the wildest recipe you can…

What’s the best way to prepare a creamy mushroom sauce? I’m trying my hand at making it for the first time—just a basic cream sauce to complement some chicken. I’m using diced onions and white mushrooms. Should I start by cooking the onions first and then add the mushrooms? Or should I cook the mushrooms…

Ramen cravings are real! Clearly, I’m hungry since this is my second post today. Apart from bok choy, boiled eggs, and green onions, what toppings do you like to add to your ramen?

Is there a way to make homemade peanut butter fluffier? I enjoy making peanut butter at home by toasting the peanuts and blending them in my food processor. However, I’d love to find something to add that would create a lighter, airier texture. When I mix peanut butter with a little milk and whip it…

Reviving a Cooking Mishap: Pork Riblets Hey everyone! I finally faced my cooking nemesis. I decided to try a new recipe for Chinese-style pork ribs, thinking it would work just as well for the riblets I had tucked away in the freezer. I based my attempt on this recipe: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/jeff-mauro/takeout-style-chinese-spare-ribs-2807608#recipeHead Unfortunately, I must have miscalculated…

Looking for suggestions on pairing meat with Uncle Ben’s Cheddar Broccoli Rice. I have some frozen salmon and frozen tilapia on hand—curious if there’s a preferred choice for pairing with the rice. Any thoughts? Thanks!

Instant Pot Ribs: Off-Taste vs. Sous Vide I’ve been experiencing an off-putting taste when making bone broth from short ribs, and I can’t quite pinpoint the cause. The best way to describe it is a somewhat bitter, overpowering beef flavor that’s less than enjoyable. For my Instant Pot Pro, I cook flanken-cut short ribs at…

Catering for a Party with Dietary Restrictions Hello everyone, I’m excited to be catering a friend’s summer event, and I’m on the lookout for some recipe ideas or food inspirations for a diverse group. Several guests have specific dietary needs, including allergies and intolerances, so I would greatly appreciate any suggestions you might have! The…