A lot of cooking methods, like dry brining and marinating, are meant to tenderize meat. This makes it easier to prepare and cut and also makes it taste better. But the main point of tenderization is to improve texture, and baking soda is one of the best ways to do that you might not expect. … Read more
As a popular fast food chain in the South Chick-fil-A is beloved for their fried chicken sandwiches waffle fries, and signature sauces. But with a rather narrow focus on chicken, some may wonder – does Chick-fil-A offer any seafood options like shrimp on their menu? Overview of Chick-fil-A’s Menu Offerings Chick-fil-A is best known for … Read more
Light and scanning electron microscopy, as well as dissections, are used to describe the male and female reproductive anatomy of the “spearer” mantis shrimp Squilla empusa. The genital region of females is located medially on the sixth thoracic sternite. It has two gonopores connected by a slit in the middle of the genital area. This … Read more
This recipe has been updated and made more complete. You can find it on the blog at The Ultimate Guide to Perfect Siu Yuk. If you can’t already tell, I’m a sucker for shao rou/siu yok (燒肉), that’s Chinese Roast Pork Belly. It’s the holy grail of pork belly dishes, in my books at least. … Read more
Pinnacle Foods Inc. Recalls Beef Products Due to Possible Processing Deviation Class I Recall 034-2018 Health Risk: High Apr 28, 2018. WASHINGTON, April 28, 2018 – Pinnacle Foods Inc. a business in Fort Madison, Iowa, is recalling about 32,479 pounds of heat-treated, shelf-stable beef products because of a possible error in the processing that could … Read more
Oysters are one of those divisive foods that people either love or hate. If you like oysters, their briny, ocean-fresh taste is great, but if you haven’t tried them yet, it might turn you off. But if you like oysters, you’ve probably thought about having them for breakfast at some point. Oysters are tasty and … Read more
Does Aim Toothpaste Contain Pork? A Detailed Look at The Ingredients Aim toothpaste is a popular oral hygiene product used by millions of people However, some have questioned whether it contains pork-derived ingredients. As a vegan or someone who avoids pork for religious reasons, you want to be sure of what goes into your body … Read more
Like foods that are deep-fried? Do you want to get that perfect crispy texture and delicious taste? If so, you may have heard about the debate between using beef dripping or vegetable oils for frying. Even though beef dripping tastes great, it’s not thought to be very healthy because it has a lot of saturated … Read more
Eight to ten servings: one 6-pound wild boar leg *1/4 cup coarse sea salt *1/4 cup coarse black pepper Cooking wild pork leg roast can be an intimidating task for many home chefs in New Zealand. Wild boar meat has a distinct bold and gamey flavor that requires special preparation and cooking techniques. But with … Read more
It’s a salt-cured piece of meat, but there are variations, of course, in how it’s made. Certain commercial types aren’t made to last (more on this below). Salt pork has a lengthy off-the-shelf life due to its curation process. Homemade salt pork- that is soaked in salt brine or dry-cured can last for 18 months. … Read more