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Choosing Pork

Monday, March 1st, 2010

Unlike beef, mutton and to some extent, lamb, which need to be hung to tenderize the meat, pork is eaten fresh. It does not keep well, so you must be very careful where you store it and for how long. Thanks to modern cold storage, pork is no longer seasonal can be bought safely at any time of the year. But in hot weather it should be bought only from a refrigerated display.

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What is Animal Rennet

Thursday, February 4th, 2010

The common name for rennin, which is an enzyme found in the stomachs of yo31ung animals, where it assists in the digestion of milk. Animal rennet is extracted from the lining of the fourth stomach of slaughtered calves, and is commonly used to coagulate milk as part of the cheese manufacturing process. Cheeses made using animal rennet are not considered suitable for vegetarians. However, many vegetarians to eat these, and labelling is not always clear. Cheese suitable for strict vegetarians can be made using microbial rennet. See also genetically engineered rennet.

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Described about Aniseed

Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010

The liquorice-flavored, aromatic seeds of the Mediterranean anise plant. It should be purchased in small quantities and stored in a sealed container in a cool, dry place.

Preparation: the seeds may be used whole or crushed to help release their flavour.

Uses: aniseed may be used as a spice in cakes and biscuits or sprinkled onto salads or cooked vegetables. It may also be stepped in boiling water to make a tea, which is said to be beneficial to digestion.

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Vegetarian Food- Animal Fats

Monday, February 1st, 2010

This term may refer to any dietary fats obtained from an animal source. Some vegetarian (though no vegan) foods, such as milk and cheese, contain animal fats. However where the term is used in food labeling it will normally refer to fats such as suet and lard. Since these are obtained from animals after slaughter they are not considered suitable for a vegetarian diet. Animal fats contain mainly saturated fats (see polyunsaturated fats)

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Vegetarian Foodstuffs of Indian

Sunday, January 31st, 2010

Amchoor – (also called mango powder) - An Indian spice made by drying and grinding peeled slices of tart, unripe mango into a fine powder. It has a sour taste.

Uses: amchoor can be used to give a sour flavor to savory pastries, stir fried vegetables and drinks.

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A-Z Home of Freezing- Avocado Pears

Saturday, January 30th, 2010

This fruit loses its subtle flavor in freezing, and the flesh discolors very quickly when cut. Avocado halves can be prepared if the stone is removed, each cut side rubbed with lemon juice and frozen in cartons, for use in salads. Mashed avocado pears can be frozen in small containers, allowing 1 tablespoon lemon juice for each avocado, and this seems to be the best method of preserving the fruit. This pulp can be thawed and mixed with onion, garlic or herbs to use as savoury dip or spread. Whichever method of freezing is chosen, 2 1/2 hours at room temperature should be allowed for thawing and the fruit stored no longer than 3 months.

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Artichokes Freeze

Thursday, January 28th, 2010

Globe artichokes freeze well, but Jerusalem artichokes do not freeze satisfactorily. The heads of globe artichokes go stale quickly, so it is only advisable to freeze them when home grown. Growing Artichokes are best grown from plants rather than seeds, and they may be propagated by suckers. These should be removed when 9 in high either in April or Nevember, then replanted deeply kept well watered. Plants should be protected in winter, after cutting off stems and large leaves, earthing up inner leaves, and covering with suitable litter. In the spring when the plants are uncovered only three suckers should be left, and well rotted manure forked around the roots. Plants are best renewed after the third year. For large heads, remove all lateral buds as they appear or when no larger than an egg.  (more…)

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How to frozen Apricots

Wednesday, January 27th, 2010

Apricots halves can be frozen without peeling. Peeled slices can be used fresh or cooked after freezing. Apricots are subject to discoloration, and should only be prepared in small quantities. Skin may toughen in the freezer and unpeeled halves can be dropped into boilling water for 1/2 minutes to prevent this. Very ripe fruit is best frozen as puree or sauce. To freeze apricot halves, wash them under cold running water, cut into halves and take out stones. Drop into boiling water for 1/2 minutes. Chill in iced water and drain. Pack in dry sugar, using 4 oz sugar to each Ib of fruit, or use 40 per cent syrup. To freeze apricot slices, peel fruit quickly then slice directly into container quarter full of 40 percent syrup. Top up with syrup to keep fruit covered, put Cellphone on top and allow 1/2 in head space. Thaw 3 1/4 hours at room temperature. Storage time: 1 year.

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Glossary- Tamarind, Tung Choy, Soya Sauce and Turmeric

Saturday, January 16th, 2010

TAMARIND (asam) Dried pulp used for sourness. Soak 1 tablespoon dried tamariee pulp in about 1/4 cup warm water for 5 minutes. Squeeze to extract juice and sty ‘Instant tamarind’ from India available in small plastic pots is a quick substitute; 1 teaspoon is equivalent to 1 tablespoon dried pulp. Lemon juice or half-ripe ton may also be used as substitutes.
TUNG CHOY Preserved crunchy salted vegetables, often used for garnishing.
SOYA SAUCE Two varieties, each different in consistency and flavor, are available; light soya sauce and thick bta* soya sauce. Be sure to use the correct variety.
TURMERIC (kunyit) Fresh or dried turmeric root is often used in curries or pickles. Powdered turmeric can be used instead, as directed in individual recipes appearing in this book.

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Glossary-Pandan,Shrimps and Salted Soya Beans

Friday, January 15th, 2010

PANDAN- The dark green leaf of the fragrant screwpine, a variety of pandanus, used in cakes and desserts. Dried rampe from Sri Lanka, sold in some curry shops, is merely dried pandan. No other substitute.

PRAWNS (Shrimps)  -Unless otherwise specified, apse raw or ‘green’ prawns.
SALTED SOYA BEANS -(taucheo) Light brown beans sold in semi-paste form and used as seasoning. Sometimes sold in jars labeled ‘bean sauce’.

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