
What is the real difference in lo mein, chow mein, mei fun, and …
Mei fun refers to rice noodles, instead of the wheat-based noodles for lo mein or chow mein, so you can get just about any kind of style of dish or flavor, but with noodles made from rice …
chicken - Capsaicin Measurements - Seasoned Advice
Mar 12, 2021 · I want to make a wicked spicy dish that involves Capsaicin, and regular chicken wings. I did the research to find two answers. "Capsaicin at the right amount can kill …
Is there a rubric for what ingredients go into a Chinese stir fry?
Sep 16, 2020 · all ingredients are cut into identical or similar shape and size. Some people call this the "shape rule". If your ingredients don't look the same, they won't heat the same way; …
Why do store-bought dips have such a limited shelf life?
May 15, 2015 · Why do store-bought dips (guacamole, sour cream and chive, salsa...) typically say "Keep refrigerated and consume within 24 [or 48] hours of opening"? Before opening they …
food science - Cooking away alcohol - Seasoned Advice
Jul 31, 2010 · When you cook with wine or spirits, when does the alcohol cook away? Obviously high temperatures will do it, but how low of temperatures will work? Also, does it vary by the …
barbecue - Smoker or Sous Vide first? - Seasoned Advice
May 15, 2017 · I am going for a smoky and tender beef brisket cooked to ~200 degrees. Sous Vide roughly calls for 5-6 hours of time for the brisket to come to temperature, however, I also …
breading/crumbing: mixing the eggs and flour? - Seasoned Advice
May 30, 2017 · i was wondering why the recipes for crumbed/breaded foods always say that we should dredge in flour first, then dip in eggs, then coat with crumbs. Would it work if I mixed …
shellfish - Are cooked shrimp shells edible? - Seasoned Advice
May 6, 2018 · This depends partially on the cooking technique and the shrimp variety/size (=> thickness of the shell). If the shrimp is deep fried the shell can turn crispy and is super fun to …
How can I separate fresh rice noodles that are stuck together?
I think those are chow fun noodles, cut them to the desired size if not already cut, soak it in cool water for about 7-15 mins then hand unroll them. That how I was taught anyways. The …
flavor - what is the ingredient that makes my takeout lo mein …
Jun 23, 2016 · Have a great place for Chinese takeout. Love their Lo Mein. It has a great smoky taste. Alas when reheating left overs, the smoky taste is gone. Would like to replace/add to the …