Dark corn syrup is one of the two main varieties of corn syrup(one being light corn syrup). The dark version of corn syrup contains the same ingredients as the light version but with an addition to refiner’s syrup(a type of molasses). Because of the addition to molasses, this syrup has a dark, caramel color and …
Psyllium, also known as ispaghula is a type of fiber made from the Plantago ovata seeds. Psyllium husk powder is known as a natural laxative, and it has many health benefits but is also used in various baking recipes, preventing your baked goods from becoming crumbly and stiff. Since psyllium husk powder is not easy …
Star Anise is a seed pod made from the Chinese tree Illicium Verum that is shaped like a star. It is a spice that works amazingly during the cold winter days since it is a warm type of spice with a licorice flavor. It is the main ingredient in the Chinese five-spice powder, mulled wine …
Margarine is a product that is most often made from processed vegetable oils. This product can be very easily found in a local marketplace or a store, and it is financially reachable to everyone. Of course, there are times when you simply just run out of margarine, and you wonder what can you use to …
Light cream(also referred to as coffee cream, single cream, or table cream) is a dairy product and a great way to sweeten up your coffee, hot chocolate, or make your cream soups and sauces even creamier. If you don’t already have it in your home, don’t immediately run to the store, here are some substitutes …
The orange zest gives a unique, zesty flavor to many baked desserts, baked dishes, as well as salads, and cocktails. If you by any chance don’t have orange zest at home, here are some alternatives to it that will work perfectly fine. Orange Zest Substitutes 1. Orange Juice If you have orange juice(especially made from …
Butter is one of the most straightforward and easiest products that you can melt in the microwave. Really, it’s so easy that a child could make it. Either salted or unsalted, butter is a staple ingredient in our kitchens. Whether is just for your breakfast toast, your favorite seafood dishes, homemade popcorn, dip for lobster …
Feta cheese is the Greek and Mediterranean representative of what real cheese tastes like. Unlike most American and European types of cheeses that are usually on the more yellow side, Feta is a white, salty cheese with a mild, buttery flavor that’s made from sheep’s or goat milk, and it’s a staple ingredient when it …
Unless you have been living under a rock all this time, I’m more than sure that you have heard about these cloud-like treats. Dumplings are a Chinese delicacy that is usually made with some sort of vegetable or meat filling and served with some sort of dipping sauce. You can pan-fry them, steam them, and …
Clarifying butter in the microwave is very easy to do if you need a quick solution for your seafood dishes, sauces, or dips. I can’t tell you how many times the microwave has saved me when I need to do things in just a matter of minutes. Butter is the easiest thing to melt in …