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rice vinegar

Rice vinegar: what it is and how to use it

What is rice vinegar and where does it come from? Rice vinegar is a type of vinegar made from rice wine and is generally used as a condiment for food, to flavor dishes, and as an ingredient in sauces. It has a sweeter taste than traditional vinegars. It has been […]

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Light soy sauce and dark soy sauce: what are they?

Soy sauce is a condiment composed mainly of four ingredients: soy, wheat, salt and water. There are many different types of soy sauce, but the two most common are light soy sauce and dark soy sauce. On the Japanese side, you’ll find what’s known as tamari sauce. If you’re following […]

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Universal Popcorn chicken batter

A Chinese technique My favorite recipes? General tao’s chicken, sweet and sour beef, sweet and sour pork (lots of Chinese crispy chicken, yes, I love it, don’t judge me). If you’re interested in Chinese cuisine in any way, you’ll find that many recipes follow the same procedure: deep-frying followed by […]