Garlic is the secret behind many flavorful dishes and condiments, from chimichurri to tzatziki sauce and aioli. However, this plant also has many health benefits to offer. Garlic Packs Many Nutrients Just 3 grams of raw garlic contain very few calories and provide 0.9 grams of vitamin C (1% of the Recommended Daily Value), and…
If you love good food, you probably have a bottle of balsamic vinegar sitting in your pantry and may wonder whether balsamic vinegar goes bad. If that’s the case, rest easy: balsamic vinegar does not go bad. As a matter of fact, vinegar is an ingredient that can preserve other foods, a quality that ancient…
Green beans, also known as string beans or snap beans, are a delicious (and affordable) source of nutrients. Low in Calories and Sodium A cup (125 grams) of boiled green beans contains only 43.8 calories, which amounts to 2% of the Daily Recommended Value (DV), making it a great choice if you are trying to…
The popularity of Thai food has been growing steadily over the last couple of decades, with Pad See Ew as one of its signature dishes. Keep reading to learn more about this Thai street food favorite that has risen to global stardom. What Is Pad See Ew? Pad See Ew is a Thai dish made…
What Is Edamame? The word “edamame” comes from Japanese, and it means “beans on a branch.” As you might expect, edamame are young soybeans that are harvested before maturing and usually sold still in the pod. The origins of edamame stretch back to 1600’s Japan. While there’s no definitive answer as to the origins of…
What Is Curry? Before we delve into its health benefits, let’s take a look at what curry is, exactly. Curry is a mixture of spices that include turmeric, coriander, cardamom, cinnamon, mustard seed, cumin, pepper, and more. However, more than a single ingredient, the word “curry” has come to signify a vast food culture appreciated…
In a previous post, we talked about how chicken became a global food. In short, chicken is extremely popular because it’s delicious and can be adapted to almost any culinary taste. But what about cooking chicken? A lot of people ask often at what temperature is chicken done. If you are one of them, keep…
Bok choy, a leafy green vegetable member of the cruciferous family, is a staple ingredient of many Asian dishes. Read on to learn more about the history of bok choy, your options to serve it, and its nutrition facts. What Is Bok Choy? Bok choy, also called Chinese cabbage or spoon cabbage, that has been…
The meat-based Bolognese sauce is a classic so essential to our culinary consciousness that it seems timeless. However, you would be surprised to discover that its origins are not as old as you may think. A Neapolitan Forefather To talk about the origins Bolognese sauce, we must talk first about Neapolitan cuisine. Old cookbooks show…