“Hing: From Controversial Spice to Culinary Enigma in India”

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Asafoetida, a seemingly innocuous substance derived from the resin of the wild fennel plant native to Afghanistan, Iran, and Uzbekistan, has found itself at the epicenter of culinary debates in India. Often ground into powder and mixed with flour, this potent ingredient is renowned for its powerful and divisive smell, earning it the moniker “devil’s … Read more

Unraveling the Science of the Wok’s Breath: A Crucial Element for Crafting the Ultimate Fried Rice Bowl

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Chef Kwok Keung Tung skillfully maneuvers the wok, effortlessly tossing its contents with one hand while expertly wielding a metal spatula with the other. Balancing both hands in this culinary dance, he deftly manipulates the gas stove’s lever with his knee, controlling the fire fan to intermittently engulf a third of the wok in flames. … Read more