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10 Best Chile De Arbol Substitutes – A List

For those who don’t know – Chile de Arbol are red, long, and very hot chiles mostly added to Mexican dishes. It is widely popular in Mexico especially in its powdered form and used in various sauces and salsa dishes. It is a very versatile spice that works for a variety of recipes. This is one of the many reasons why Chile de Arbol is slowly but successfully building its fan base around the world. While it is not very popular except in Mexico and might be quite difficult to find anywhere else, the Chile de Arbol is similar to…

Why Is My Rice Sticky? – How to Make Rice Less Sticky

By Luong Tan

Rice & Grain GuidesRice, sticky

Why Is My Rice Sticky? – How to Make Rice Less Sticky

When it comes to having your cooked rice come out singly, a lot of people struggle with getting it right. Some have even given up hope and gotten used to eating sticky rice - “nothing works”, they say. But not to worry, some things work. And you are in luck, I happen to know a few tricks you can use to make rice less sticky. Before I share those tips with you, let me first tell you what makes your rice sticky in the first place and then we can go on to see how to make rice less sticky.…

By Johny

Food Guides, Taste Teststapioca

What Does Tapioca Taste Like?

What does tapioca taste like? Well, nothing. This is what many people have said about the popular snack base. However, nothing can’t possibly be right. If it can be tasted, it can’t be nothing. What Does Tapioca Taste Like? Tapioca tastes bland. It does not taste like anything that you can compare it to. There are no distinct flavors to point out in tapioca, it just tastes plain, as though it requires other things to make it something. This is one of the points in favor of tapioca; it is like plain dough waiting for flavor to make it into…

Does Fish Sauce Need to Be Refrigerated?

By Johny

Seafood Guidesfish sauce

Does Fish Sauce Need to Be Refrigerated?

The easiest way to preserve food these days is to put them in a fridge. Not only does it keep them in a good state for future consumption but also prevents them from going bad and filling the house with a foul smell. People have asked too if fish sauce need to be refrigerated. Let’s take a look at that question, and answer other related questions. For example, if the fish sauce needs to be refrigerated, how long should it be refrigerated to preserve the original flavor? Let’s get straight to it. Does Fish Sauce Need to Be Refrigerated? Fish…

By Johny

Seafood Guides, Taste Testsseahorses

What Do Seahorses Taste Like?

When exploring Chinese cuisine, seeing seahorses on the menu would not be a new thing. It is a dish that is rarely served in other areas of the world but is sought-after street food in China, some might say because of what it tastes like. Others, because of its sketchy medicinal purposes. In contrast to the vast options of fishes and aquatic animals, eating seahorses are not as popular generally and is often limited to a specific market. Despite this, you might wonder what seahorses taste like and if it is as delicious as other seafood or just another overhyped…

By Johny

Taste Testspeking duck

What Does Peking Duck Taste Like?

With duck tagged as a meaty delicacy, Peking duck, a popular variety also tops the list by being a very tasty meal. It is a dish that is renowned for its crispy skin and equally succulent meat underneath that is tender as well as moist, the Peking duck is also remembered because of what it tastes like. As a result of its popularity, it is present in the menu of many restaurants with its signature taste causing people to create different versions of it in the comfort of their homes. You might want to try out the Peking duck for…

By Johny

Food Guides, Taste Testsfrog legs

What Do Frog Legs Taste Like?

When you hear the term ‘frog legs” you might be picturing slimy green skin that is in no way edible. However, that mental picture is far from the truth as frog legs are simply a delight to eat. Although, it is not out of place to wonder what frog legs might taste like and also if people eat them. Frog legs contain nutrients such as Vitamin A, protein, healthy fats like Omega 3 fatty acids, and proteins. With all these listed benefits, frog legs do not disappoint the taste buds as well. What Do Frog Legs Taste Like? Frog legs…

8 Best White and Red Wines for Bolognese Sauce Cooking

By Johny

Pantry Guidesbolognese sauce

8 Best White and Red Wines for Bolognese Sauce Cooking

Also known as Ragú alla Bolognese, Bolognese sauce can be said to be one of man’s finest culinary creations and the best thing to ever happen to pasta! Different recipes created from around the world, but none can compare to the original traditional Italian recipes that use more of a meat base than tomato sauce and include the use of wine. Wines whether red or white, are great for adding flavor to Bolognese sauce with the red wines bringing a rich flavor and the white wines adding fruity notes. Knowing the best wines for Bolognese sauce is important as a…

How to Make Krusteaz Waffles Better – Step-By-Step

By Johny

Food Guideskrusteaz waffles

How to Make Krusteaz Waffles Better – Step-By-Step

Whether you consider breakfast the most important meal of the day or the meal of champions, we can all agree that everyone loves a good waffle for breakfast. Waffles make great meals but boxed waffles tend to be seen as a bit plain by some. It’s a good thing then that boxed mixes don’t have to always be equal to boring waffles and I’m here to show you how. Although one of the best brands, there are still ways to make Krusteaz waffles better such that you’re not only left wanting more, but your waffles are just as good as…

What Does Duck Breast and Fat Taste Like? Like Goose or Chicken?

By Luong Tan

Chicken Guides, Taste Testschicken, duck breast, goose

What Does Duck Breast and Fat Taste Like? Like Goose or Chicken?

I guess it’s easier to think that all the birds taste the same – chicken, goose, turkey, and even duck. What do you think duck breast would taste like? What if it’s not similar to the birds you’re already familiar with? They may not taste the same, but there are probably some similarities, who knows? We do! This article discusses all things duck, what they taste like, look like, feel like and their health benefits too. If you’ve ever tasted duck, then you probably know all this already. Otherwise, this one’s for you. What Does Duck Breast Taste Like? Duck…

By Luong Tan

Tips & Troubleshootingpeanut butter

Why is my peanut butter watery?

For some reason, your peanut butter is watery. You’re a bit confused; you might wonder if there is cause for concern. Don’t fret. We’ll be sharing our thoughts on why peanut butter is sometimes watery. We’ll also let you know how to fix or thicken your peanut butter if it gets too light, and if/when you should be worried about your peanut butter. Why is my peanut butter watery? Watery peanut butter is often as a result of the peanut oil separating from the butter to form a thin layer at the surface. This is common with all-natural peanut butter…

Is HelloFresh Worth It for persons, families and vegetarians?

By Luong Tan

Food Guideshellofresh

Is HelloFresh Worth It for persons, families and vegetarians?

If you're reading this, it's probably because you've heard about the HelloFresh meal kit delivery service, complete with prepackaged ingredients and recipes. Of course, having someone take the stress out of planning your meals, measuring ingredients, and selecting which recipe to use can be a very attractive offer, and a lot of people would agree that it certainly makes cooking a lot more enjoyable. However, there seems to be one catch; the price. If you’re on a budget, you might wonder if it’s such a great idea to invest in a plan when you could easily run to the grocery…