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Kitchen Techniques, Tools & Guides

There are many techniques and concepts that help build a foundation of skills and knowledge across a wide range of recipes. We see them pop up as we cook and learn more about food and ingredients.

It may be as broad as understanding oil smoke points, or understanding what neutral oils are and when to use them, or more niche like how to devein shrimp, how to use a steamer, or learning how to eat sushi.

But here are some of the most important guides on tools, techniques, and ingredients we use all the time!

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fried garlic chips in jars

Crispy Fried Garlic Chips Recipe (Tỏi Phi)

sweet potatoes and a yam

Yams vs Sweet Potatoes: What’s the Difference?

evaporated milk, condensed milk, and whole milk

Evaporated Milk vs. Condensed Milk: What’s The Difference?

9 dim sum dishes - complete guide

The Ultimate Guide To Chinese Dim Sum (Menu & Ordering Guide)

24 Best Vietnamese Food Dishes You Should Try

cut sushi roll vs hand roll

Sushi Rolls vs. Hand Rolls: What’s The Difference?

fried egg roll and fried spring rolls

Spring Rolls vs. Egg Rolls: What’s The Difference?

straining tamarind pulp and seeds

Tamarind Paste Recipe (How To Make & Use Tamarind Paste)

peeling apart cooked spring roll wrappers

Easy Spring Roll Wrapper Recipe

bowl of rice cooked in the microwave

How to Cook Rice in a Microwave w/ Perfect Results

how to cut green onions 5 ways

How to Cut Green Onions (Scallions)

How to Cut a Mango (Step By Step)

using chopsticks with various foods

How To Use Chopsticks (Step By Step w/ Video)

What is PFOA? Does PFOA-Free Cookware Matter?

making fettuccine nests

Homemade Pasta Dough Recipe (Fresh Egg Pasta)

How To Cut Kabocha Squash

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