1. To perfectly hull strawberries, use a sturdy paper straw to push the core out.
2. To stop oil from foaming when deep-frying, place a wine cork in the oil during the frying process.
3. Egg-celllent uses of eggs:
– Beaten whites help to thicken soups, stews and sauces. They are also essential for making soufflés and mousses lighter in texture.
– Whole eggs and yolks help when binding mixtures, such as stuffings and meatballs. They also help to emulsify sauces and dressings, like aïoli and mayonnaise.
– Brushing beaten eggs onto pastries and some baked goods gives them a shiny and vibrant golden colour, instead of being dull.
– Egg yolks are great for thickening and setting most desserts, such as mousses and custards.
– White eggs have a thicker shell than brown eggs and, as a result, do not let in as many odours from other foods in the fridge.
5. To get crispy and crunchy onion rings, make sure your oil is super-hot. First, dip your onion rings into buttermilk, then into cake flour. Dip them into buttermilk for a second time and, lastly, into the flour again prior to frying. Each time you add a batch of onion rings, make sure the batter has room to puff up as the onions cook.
6. Use a balloon to make beautiful and impressive chocolate bowls to fill with mousse, Eton mess or ice cream.
