Have you ever tried a dish in a restaurant, then found its recipe, cooked it, but it turned out to be completely not so tasty? And it's not about special products, because you bought the best ones. The secret lies in the simple tricks that chefs often use.
Culinary Tips
If you are using raw onions in your dish, soak them in ice water. It will become less spicy, and most importantly, it will not leave an unpleasant aftertaste.
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If you bought a coffee that is too strong and tastes very bitter, do not be discouraged. Before brewing, add a pinch of salt and a little cinnamon. This trick will give your drink a softer taste and divine aroma.
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If you are making a salad with fresh juicy vegetables, salt it before seasoning. Thus, you will not get soup instead of salad.
Image - To ensure that the meat has a silky texture and is moderately fried, field the chopped slices with a mixture of cornstarch and egg white. This trick will help you cook very juicy and tender meatthat will melt in your mouth.
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For the perfect over-the-counter baked goods, mix equal amounts of flour and sugar, and use the same amount of eggs as butter. Just keep in mind that this does not mean the volume of products, but their weight. The maximum difference in the ratio of eggs to butter can be 20%. So it's helpful to stock up on kitchen scales.
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Always add a little salt to the baking dough. Just half a teaspoon can enhance the flavor of other ingredients and spices. You can use absolutely any kind of salt.
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Add a teaspoon of peanut butter or mustard to sauces for a more pronounced flavor and aroma. This trick is especially useful if the dish needs to be stewed.
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If you are tired of fried eggs, and you don't want to bother with poached eggs, then this trick is for you. Break the eggs into a saucepan or saucepan, as if you are going to fry them, but instead of vegetable oil, pour water and put the saucepan on the fire. As a result, you will get perfect eggs with liquid yolk.
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Add some vodka to the pie batter. After baking, you will have a very crispy flaky crust. Do not be afraid, the alcohol will evaporate during cooking, so that it will not spoil the taste of the baked goods. You can add brandy or rum to add flavor to the cakes.
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If you love making iced fruit tea, add a pinch of baking soda to it. It neutralizes the tannin in tea.
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Another trick for getting the perfect grilled meat. Dab the raw meat with a napkin so that it is dry, salt and put in the pan without cluttering it. Keep in mind that it should already be well warmed up. It is better to use a stainless steel or cast iron pan.
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Add some breadcrumbs to the minced meat for the cutlets. This will keep them in shape better and will be slightly crispy.
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Always preheat or cool serving dishes to dish temperature. The oven and refrigerator will help you with this, respectively. This trick is especially useful when you set the table for guests: this way the food will retain its original temperature and taste longer.
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Crushed chips can help thicken the chili sauce if you don't have cornmeal on hand. To make such a sauce, first mix the flour (chips) with the beer, and then add the pepper.
Image - Add a little corn starch in scrambled eggs or scrambled eggs to make them more airy and tender. In addition, such a trick will save the dish from burning.
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