MSG (monosodium glutamate) is one of the most misunderstood ingredients in Europe. Part of the reason for this fear may be tied to its name: these days, many people avoid ingredients whose names sound too chemical. Of course, anything can sound scary if you use its scientific name. Sodium chloride […]
Whether you call it Japanese mayonnaise or Kewpie, once you’ve tried it, there’s no going back. Japanese mayonnaise has a rich, eggy flavor with a sweet, gently seasoned profile (not spicy), and it’s creamier in color and texture than standard mayo. Like so many Japanese creations, it packs a deep […]
Shaoxing wine is perhaps the most mentioned ingredient on my site that you’ve never heard of (and you let me know in the comments!). If you’ve ever wondered why your homemade Chinese food doesn’t taste like what you’d get in a restaurant, Shaoxing wine is probably the key element you’ve […]
Hoisin sauce is a deeply aromatic, slightly spicy sauce often used in Asian vegetable stir-fries, marinades, and grilled dishes. It’s a key ingredient in many Chinese dishes and some Vietnamese recipes. It’s also known as Chinese barbecue sauce. What is hoisin sauce? Hoisin sauce is a condiment made from fermented […]
Oyster sauce is a rich, syrupy sauce used in Chinese cuisine. It’s made from oyster extract, but despite its name, doesn’t taste at all like seafood. Instead, oyster sauce has an earthy, slightly sweet and salty taste. It’s a mixture of boiled oyster juice (which has caramelized), salt and sugar, […]
Scallion oil is a very, very traditional dish that is quite unknown here. The reason is that many Chinese restaurants jealously guard this secret… but why? Well, it’s THE SECRET to quick, delicious, and extremely inexpensive noodles. In fact, I guarantee that by using this condiment, you’ll be blown away […]
Highly requested, I present to you exclusively my recipe for wing sauce. Or rather, a general sauce for all the little fried appetizers that may exist: Ingredients for the wing sauce Gochujang and gochugaru: iconic Korean spices, I direct you to my article on the subject. Can be substituted with […]
What is sweet and sour sauce? Call it what you will, sometimes it’s called sweet and sour sauce, sometimes it’s called sour-sweet sauce. Whatever the case, it always leaves a memorable impression, or rather, an unforgettable taste. An almost universally appreciated sauce, it readily accompanies savory dishes and comes in […]
The origins of Sauce Chien Sauce Chien is a French Antilles specialty traditionally served as a condiment with fish. It’s also great with just about anything—for example, my delicious salt cod fritters (accras). It’s also often used as an ingredient in other dishes. While the origin is known, the backstory […]
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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