Where I live, pure sesame oil can be hard to come by, and it is usually a blend of some sesame oil but mainly something else, like peanut oil. That is why I decided to make my own homemade sesame oil. Making your own sesame oil at home is easier than I thought, but the yield is so small, so you would need a LOT of seeds to make a decent amount of pure oil. Alternately, you can make a sesame oil blend with a neutral [...]
The 5 Best Teff Flour Substitutes For Any Occasion
I’d honestly never heard of teff flour until I started working with alternative flour. It is pretty new and not nearly as well known as its more famous counterpart, quinoa flour. Hence, I have not seen many recipes that call for teff flour specifically! This makes it tricky if you find a teff flour recipe and need a substitute. What could possibly work? Well, according to my research, one of these might [...]
The 7 Best Pastry Flour Substitutes For Any Occasion
Pastry flour is a particular type of flour that is low in protein, making it ideal for baking light and delicate pastries. It's great for creating tender baked goods, chewy cookies, and pie crusts that are simply perfect. Whatever you are baking, no need to freak out if you do not have any pastry flour on hand. Plenty of substitutes are available for pastry flour catering to different dietary needs and budgets. Heck, you [...]
The 6 Best Chickpea Flour Substitutes For Any Occasion
A staple in Middle Eastern and Indian cooking, chickpea flour goes by many names. Depending on where you shop, you may see it labeled as gram flour, garbanzo flour, or besan flour. If you have ever wondered why falafels are so good, chickpea flour is part of the answer. It’s high in protein, fiber, and other essential minerals and vitamins, making it a great addition to any dish. Unfortunately, not all of us have easy [...]
What’s The Best Oil For Seasoning A Cast-Iron Skillet?
While any oil can technically be used to season a cast iron, there is much debate on determining the best choice. The ideal oil should have a high smoke point, be resistant to rancidity, and possess a neutral flavor that won’t mess up the taste of the dish you want to cook. Originally, cast irons were seasoned with lard. I personally do not suggest that, as lard can go rancid fast and add a porky taste to things, which does [...]
What’s the Best Oil for Stir-Frying?
Such a delicious and versatile dish, the humble stir fry. It is easy to make, but not easy to make it well. I often wonder why my at-home fry is not as good as the one from my local noodle shop. Turns out, I could be using the wrong oil or doing things the wrong way. So, after some research and experimenting, here are the best oils for stir-frying and the best way to use them! Why the Right Oil Matters When [...]
