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Himani Vaid
Spatulas are some of the most loved and used tools in any kitchen. Spatulas are broadly divided into 3 categories: turners, spreaders, and scrapers. Each type plays a different role in the kitchen.
12 Mins
Himani Vaid
What to give your chicken dinner a delicious twist? Try this chicken marinade that infuses the classic Greek flavors of yogurt, lemon, garlic, and oregano, taking your chicken game to the next level. Not only is this super easy to make but you probably have everything you need to make this in your pantry already. Perfect for summer-grilling, but also for year-round indoor cooking, you can grill this chicken, bake it or even cook it on the stove. Either way, you will end up with juicy, flavorful chicken breasts that you will not be able to get enough of!
13 Mins
Himani Vaid
No matter what time of the year it is, a perfect plate of pasta is one of life’s simple treasures. From black truffle topped plates of Piemonte to the creaminess of chicken alfredo, every one of Italy’s 20 regions, be it Southern Italy or central, boasts traditional pasta dishes to call their own. Let’s take a look at some authentic pasta recipes to add to your cooking arsenal.
13 Mins
Ananya Tiwari
Lobster meat is like the wagyu beef of seafood. It might cost you a couple more dollars to buy, but it’s worth serving for special occasions. This meat can be used as an alternative to meats you cook every day such as chicken or fish. Grilled lobsters can be served as they are or with butter garlic sauce.
10 Mins
Abby Pollen
If you’re looking for tips on how to get your grill up to temp, your brisket on point, or how to finesse your live fire cooking experience, James is the guy to ask. He took some time to tell Dalstrong about his own learning experiences.
10 Mins
Himani Vaid
Does cooking lamb chops seem like an intimidating, time-consuming task to you? Well, then you’re living in a bubble, and I’m here to burst that. Follow these simple steps for a delicious grilled lamb chop that will be perfect for any special occasion.
11 Mins
Eva Contreras
A Kiritsuke is one of the most interesting Japanese knives: extremely sharp and multipurpose. But what is it exactly? Is it a Japanese chefs knife? What is a Western Kiritsuke? Let us read about this wonderful and versatile blade.
9 Mins
Jorge Farah
Using a whetstone or a sharpening stone is widely considered the best way to sharpen your knives. Not only does it remove the least amount of material (extending the life of your knives), but it also results in the very best edge.
9 Mins
Jorge Farah
If you’re the kind of person who secretly gets a little bummed out every time they have to put their beautiful kitchen tools away, fear not. A knife holder is exactly what you’re looking for to keep your tools safe, easy to access, and on proud display.
11 Mins
Himani Vaid
Do you want to indulge in a delicious steak meal without burning a hole in your pocket? You need to look past the filet mignon and porterhouses and look for a nice beef sirloin tip steak. Not to be confused with the sirloin steaks, which are tender cuts taken from the loin primal, the beef sirloin tip comes from the round, the largest primal on the hindquarter of a beef.
9 Mins
Ananya Tiwari
Tongs set can be used for flipping vegetables or meat on the stovetop or grill. Tongs work as an extra set of hands to flip, turn, or transfer extremely hot or cold foods, making your time in the kitchen safe and convenient.
10 Mins
Jorge Farah
There’s just something about Mexican food, isn’t there? Taquitos are among the best things that have ever existed. Why not instead learn how to make them yourself? That’s right – let’s explore this wonderful dish with the very best taquitos recipe you will ever try.
10 Mins
Abby Pollen
For born storyteller and world champion spear fisherwoman Kimi Werner, cooking is all about telling stories with food. Together with her pro videographer and editor husband Justin and their baby Buddy, Kimi started a backyard cooking show where the stories all begin with “just this morning, in the ocean by our home.” She sat down with Dalstrong to tell us about her journeys with food.
18 Mins
Eva Contreras
While there are many recipes for turkey, they will all require you to get your internal temperatures and doneness right. So read on to ensure you cook the perfect turkey for that special dinner!
10 Mins
Ananya Tiwari
Find out why Teak is among the best materials for your cutting board, learn how to care for it, and explore some of Dalstrong’s best cutting boards. Folks, it’s time to invest in a large cutting board.
15 Mins
Himani Vaid
A cutting board made of good quality wood can last for years but if you invest poorly, you might end up regretting your pick every time you use it. So, if you need a little help with picking a cutting board that would fit all your kitchen needs, you’ve reached the right place.
11 Mins
Himani Vaid
On days you feel like having something light and refreshing for lunch, a classic Waldorf Salad makes the perfect dish. Be it an intimate family meal, a quick and easy dinner, a big get-together, a picnic out in the park, or a potluck, this salad is loved by everyone.
8 Mins
Ananya Tiwari
The ripening process for an avocado starts when they are harvested, and not when they’re on the tropical evergreen trees. If you have underripe avocados there are several things you can do over 3-4 days. Fret not! If you need to ripen an avocado quickly, we’ve got you covered, too.
10 Mins
Ananya Tiwari
Soba is a variety of buckwheat flour noodles that originated in the Middle Ages in Japan. The most unique part about this dish is that it is extremely versatile, as it can be served as a hot dish or just as cold soba noodles. If you're big on meal planning, this dish is going to come up trumps for you.
12 Mins
Ananya Tiwari
A Knife block set is used for kitchen knife storage and is the most recognizable item on your countertop. They are usually made with wood and high-quality stainless steel. Knife blocks or sheaths protect knives from damage. Whether or not you’re a professional chef, a knife block set can make life easy when you’re whipping up your favorite foods.
18 Mins
Ananya Tiwari
‘Julienne’ is a French term for cutting techniques that help achieve uniform, precise, and thin strips of vegetables. The idea is to achieve uniform slices of vegetables to help food cook evenly. Using julienned vegetables for cooking also helps in decreased cooking time as the heat can probe through the vegetable easily.
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