| Pickles, kraut, kimchi, and more No images? Click here The Science of Lactic Acid Fermentation: Pickles, Kraut, Kimchi, and MoreWhat do foods like kimchi, sauerkraut, umeboshi, yogurt, and half-sour dill pickles have in common? They’re all sour, sure, but not oppressively so; they’re funky and pungent, but plainly delicious; and their existence hinges on a dynamic relationship between bacteria and the surrounding environment. These foods are fermented by lactic acid bacteria (LAB), or lacto-fermented. But what is LAB fermentation? How does it work? And why is it important to us? More food science |
Saturday, October 24, 2020
The science behind pickles, kraut, and kimchi
Friday, October 23, 2020
How to make Thai Jasmine rice on your stovetop
| No images? Click here Khao Hom Mali (Stovetop Thai Jasmine Rice)Cooking jasmine rice on a stovetop is simple; it just requires a little more attention on your part. Once you understand the keys to making good rice, with a little practice, you, too, can turn out perfectly cooked batches of rice that can rival the results of a rice cooker. What to eat with your rice |
Charred Brussels sprouts and leek muchim with coffee-dijon dressing
| No images? Click here Charred Brussels Sprouts and Leek Muchim With Coffee-Dijon DressingThis salad pays tribute to a Korean banchan favorite, pa-muchim. It uses charred Brussels sprouts leaves in place of scallions, which have a subtle bitterness that plays with the sharp acidity of the coffee-dijon dressing. The addition of raw leeks provide a hearty, long-lasting crunch. The dish can serve as a quick and easy everyday banchan, but it'll also fit in nicely as part of a larger holiday meal. Every Thanksgiving table could use a little pop of bitter acidity to cut through and complement the rich, sweet, and savory elements of the meal. More bright vegetables |