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BENEFITS OF COOKING AT HOME
Modern times have changed and the way we live in the present times gives us a very hectic day-to-day schedule. It leaves little time for household chores and preparing food at home. The global food industry is a multi-dollar business with lots of services to choose from, from dining to take-out, drive-thru, and food deliveries in an instant. Surely these methods are very quick and convenient because you don't have the burden to cook food and clean the kitchen for a longer period of time. Photo by Jimmy Dean on Unsplash But did you know that cooking at home has a lot of benefits than you think? Economically, yes it saves you money but on the healthy side, it will prevent you…
PREVENT COMMON DISEASES WITH AN EASY-TO-MAKE CUSTOMIZED VEGETABLE SOUP
With autumn and cold season is nearly approaching, our body is adjusting from the hot climate to cooler temperatures in the morning. This may sound exciting to some people like me who loves the cooler autumn season and its beauty, some people and children experience common colds, cough, and headaches because of this seasonal transition. How can we keep ourselves healthy and be free from diseases that keep us miserable? One of the best ways to do this is to eat homemade foods made of organic vegetables. BASIC VEGETABLE SOUP What is customized vegetable soup? It is prepared by boiling basic colorful vegetables such as red, orange, yellow, green, purple, black, and white. Phytochemicals from these vegetables are dissolved in…
FRENCH AFTERNOON TEA EXPERIENCE
Afternoon Tea or High tea is gaining popularity throughout the world, especially in hotels. What seems to be an ordinary snack time for some people, was once a grand and fashionable social event in the past. Afternoon tea is characterized by sweets and pastries neatly arranged in a three-tiered food tray paired with a pot of hot herbal tea. In some hotels and restaurants, they offered a free welcome drink as a form of service to the guests. The rates are not cheap- usually reasonably priced because of the wide array of pastries and the kinds of tea to be served. Plus the posh venue of the afternoon tea itself makes it a more memorable and relaxing experience. BRIEF HISTORY…
HOW TO MAKE STOVETOP ESPRESSO AT HOME
POPULARITY OF MOKA POT COFFEE There is growing popularity of Moka pot coffee in the world. But for those who are not familiar with true brewed coffee, it just creates confusion. Some might be confused about French press coffee which I wrote earlier in my post. It is an easier coffee preparation method than Moka pot coffee. Moka pots were introduced in Italy by Alfonso Bialetti. These coffee machines are also commonly known as stovetop or Italian coffee makers. They make very rich cups of coffee and these machines make beautiful kitchen decors. STAINLESS STEEL MOKA POT One of my favorite coffee machines is the stainless steel Moka pot. Stainless steel retains its heat for a longer period of time…
FRENCH PRESS COFFEE PREPARATION
SHORT INTRODUCTION AND HISTORY Enjoyed coffee? You can brew your own coffee at home as it saves you a lot of money and you can do your part in preserving the environment as well. Coffee paper cups are not good for the environment and health because these cups contain microplastics that are harmful to health. If you are a coffee lover then I suggest you invest in a coffee maker such as French press. It is a cylindrical pot with a plunger and built-in filter screen that presses hot water and ground coffee. French press is an easy method of creating a rich taste cup of coffee. The pot is invented in France in the 1800s and has different names…
Kabocha Purin Cake (Caramel Custard with Kabocha squash)
Kabocha purin is one of the most popular desserts in Japan, especially during the Autumn season. It is delicious as well as nutritious. It is widely served in cafes and restaurants as a snack or dessert. You can make this at home too. Kabocha squash is very sweet and it is a perfect addition to the cake. INGREDIENTS NEEDED: 350g mashed squash 4 eggs 1 egg yolk 200ml milk 130g sugar 250ml cream 1tsp rum Dash of cinnamon powder CARAMEL 100g sugar 20ml water PROCEDURE: Grease melted butter on the sides of an 18cm. round baking tin. Prepare the caramel. Combine the sugar and the water in a small pan. Warm it up until it starts to brown. When it…
HOME MADE YOGURT FOR LARGE SERVINGS
Eating yogurt is an essential food item in everyone's diet as it's a great food for preventing digestive problems because of its protein, calcium, vitamins, and probiotics content. It is also believed to boost the immune system. Nowadays, it's expensive to buy yogurt because of its lesser contents when bought at the supermarket. A family of five cannot consume an adequate amount of yogurt in a 400g pint container. So the best way is to increase the yogurt's servings at home that can feed a family of five in 2-3 days servings. All you need is a yogurt maker machine, that automatically sets a warm temperature and timer. Then you need the following ingredients: INGREDIENTS NEEDED: 3 tablespoons plain yogurt…
KARAAGE (Japanese Deep Fried Chicken)
INTRODUCTION Karaage or Japanese fried chicken is one of the most popular foods in Japan. It is mostly seen at supermarket obentos, convenience store counters as a "grab and go" snack, or simply every child's favorite lunch box food during sports festivals and school educational trips. It can also be seen during street festivals as well and can be eaten as otsumami (everything you pick food paired with alcohol). The chicken tastes best if it is marinated for two hours to overnight so if you have any occasions to celebrate, plan ahead accordingly. INGREDIENTS: 500g. boneless, skin-on chicken thighs or breast (any cut of chicken will do) cut into 1 inch (2.5cm) pcs. 1 cup (160g) potato starch Canola oil…
TONKATSU Recipe (Breaded Pork Cutlets)
Tonkatsu is a popular and simple dish in Japan and you can find it mostly in packed meals in supermarkets and convenience stores. You can also order this menu in family-friendly restaurants throughout Japan where they are served with side dishes such as shredded cabbage, miso soup, tsukemono (pickled vegetables), and white rice. There are also varieties of Tonkatsu where they are served with miso sauce and Katsudon where it is served with soy sauce, mirin, sliced onions, and egg. You can cook Tonkatsu at home too by following this recipe. INGREDIENTS: 1/2 head cabbage (about 500g) 6pcs. 1/2 inches (1.25cm)thick boneless pork loin chops(125 to 175g each) Salt and black pepper for seasoning All-purpose flour for coating 3…
Black garlic is rich in amino acids and polyphenols and can be expected to have a cancer-preventing effect.
Anyone can make black garlic by keeping white garlic warm (not cooked) in a rice cooker for 2 to 3 weeks. Black garlic is rich in amino acids and polyphenols, and enhances the immunity of NK cells in terms of liver storage function, diabetes prevention, and cancer cell elimination. What is the difference between white and black garlic? Black garlic has a sweet and sour taste and has anti-aging effect on beauty. Anyone can easily make it! Black garlic can can be eaten as it is. When it's homemade, the ingredients may vary depending on the temperature setting, but it's better to make and eat it. Black garlic is also enrich with dietary fiber which is good for people with…
