You either love kimchi or you hate it, but for those of us who love it, its salty, briny, spicy crunch is the stuff of life. Honestly, if you're not eating it regularly, you should start, since it's being studied for an amazing list of health benefits, including anti-cancer, a ...more
Soda bread, corned beef and cabbage, and colcannon are all great dishes to serve up on St. Patrick's Day, but desserts really let your inner leprechaun come out to play. Not only can you have fun incorporating all kinds of tasty Irish liquors into baked goods, you get to dye t ...more
In this tutorial, we learn how to paint a cabbage rose using the one stroke technique. Start out by mixing together white and red with your paint brush. After this, add yellow to the tip of the brush and paint it onto the paper using your hand to move the brush gently up and d ...more
If you're lived in the South, you may already know this next dish. If not, then prepare for a southern classic. It's called chow-chow or pickle relish. It takes a variety of different veggies (cucumbers, bell peppers, cabbage, onions) and you basically cook it to look almost l ...more
If you grew up eating beef mami or if you are looking to try something different here is a flavorful Filipino beef dish called beef mami. Filipino cuisine is inspired by Polynesian, Spanish, Chinese and American cooking and has transformed into it’s own unique style and flavor ...more
Sushirrito offers burrito-sized sushi rolls that are on the cusp of becoming the trendiest handheld snack to hit the foodie world. According to its website, Peter Yen created the Sushirrito brand, trademarked it in 2008, and opened his first restaurant in 2011 in the Bay Area ...more
When we were kids, Saint Patrick's Day was a green-hued holiday that promised green eggs in the morning and green mashed potatoes in the evening... along with some traditional corned beef and cabbage, of course. Don't Miss: 8 Delicious Dessert Recipes for St. Patrick's Day W ...more
In this tutorial, learn how to make a super quick and easy recipe for classic American coleslaw. With BBQ and beach season upon us, no party is complete without the slaw. Follow along with Angie as she walks you through this delicious salad. You Will Need: Coleslaw Mixture: *1 ...more
We are living in a golden age of craft beers. Originally invented by the ancient Egyptians, every culture now has its own tastes regarding beer. The process of making beer is so multi-faceted, it's a miracle that any gets made at all. However, there are lots of steps along th ...more
Ingredients: Assorted vegetables (I use cabbage, button and shitake mushrooms, baby corn, bean sprouts, and water chestnuts) 1 1/2 tbsp peanut oil (if allergic to peanut oil, canola oil will do) 3 small onions, quartered 5 tbsp oyster sauce 1/2 tsp sesame oil 1 tsp soy s ...more
Autumn is a time of year when everything looks, smells, and tastes good. The scents of cinnamon and spices are everywhere you go, and even the dead leaves that fall off the trees are pretty. In particular, the fruits and vegetables of the season are gorgeous. But let's get se ...more
Check out this instructional science video that demonstrates how to perform the experiment "Of Cabbages and Kings." From the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry's teacher curriculum, "No Hassle Messy Science with a Wow", learn about this chemical reaction featuring cabbage j ...more
I held the orange packet in my hands and presented it to my friend, Seth, as though it were a plastic-wrapped jewel—rather than three ounces of dehydrated noodles. "From this," I said, "We shall create a feast fit for kings." He looked softly into my eyes. The sadness was un ...more
This week Kim Hall, a teacher at the EtsyLabs and an Etsy Seller (nottene), came by to show her technique for dyeing natural fabric with organic ingredients. Kim has worked with many different dyeing and printing methods. If you've always wanted to dye your own fabrics or yarn ...more
Forget the Chinese take out, this seafood and noodle Chinese dish is perfect for any day of the week. Watch this how to video tutorial as professional Thai chef Kai shows you how to stir fry shrimp lo mein. This shrimp recipe is quick and delicious try it tonight. Shrimp lo m ...more
If you've ever tried to make cole slaw at home, you know there are two ways you can go about it: Stay at home and tarry away at the leaves of the cabbage yourself to get everything into tiny ribbon-like pieces. 2. Hit the grocery store for those prepackaged bags of cole slaw ...more
As drug-resistant bacteria become more commonplace, researchers are looking for new antibacterial strategies to disrupt disease-causing microbes. Some scientists are working to create new drugs, while others are trying out drug combinations. Another group, however, are ditchin ...more
When it comes to barbecues, vegetarians get the short end of the stick. While you're brushing fire-roasted ribs with your favorite mouthwatering barbecue sauce, we're crossing our fingers that there's some meat-free side dishes hiding away somewhere. Don't get me wrong, we ar ...more
Eating out is great, but being able to cook the delicious ethnic foods you eat at restaurants is even better. It may seem daunting to put together a bunch of ingredients with which you might not be familiar (some with names you've never even heard of!), but with the guidelines ...more
As a kid, my favorite part of Easter were the days leading up to the holiday, when my family would dye eggs. This became an enormous event in my household, as dozens and dozens of perfectly white eggs would become little oval canvases for arts and crafts. We generally eschewe ...more
The yogis of the internet have started a wonderful food trend that has everyone wanting to eat healthy—gorgeous buddha bowls. Okay, so maybe not everyone, but a lot of people are definitely entranced by these beautiful, multicolored meals. Buddha bowls, also known as rainbow ...more
This summer, I am looking forward to eating light. Lately I've been eating a lot of cold noodles, whether it be pasta salads or cold soba noodles with vegetables. I took inspiration for classic Japanese soba tsuyu dishes to compose this dish. Mine includes four different veget ...more
Hot and sour soup is a popular Chinese dish that is loaded with veggies and usually chicken. Try this flavorful and hearty Indian Chinese version which is completely vegetarian and can be made vegan also. It’s simply delicious! Just watch this how-to video to learn how. Ingre ...more
Kimchi is a traditional Korean dish that is as tasty as it is spicy. This video tutorial demonstrates how to make apple kimchi in your own kitchen. Follow the provided guidelines or add a few delicious changes to suit your taste. Ingredients: - 2 whole Napa Cabbage - 1 Cup o ...more
Let me start by saying something controversial: I despise the gluten-free fad. I think gluten is delicious (I go through at least two loaves of bread a week, with a healthy dose of pretzels and pasta in there as well), and I think many of the health myths surrounding gluten ar ...more
This fish taco recipe from Jason Hill is a Mexican favorite, originating in Baja, Mexico, and popularized with Rubio's Fish Taco recipe in Mission Bay, San Diego. This video shows you how to make grilled fish tacos along with Jason's fish taco white sauce. Serve alongside a co ...more
Paula grills bacon-and-onion-stuffed barbecued cabbage in this cooking how-to video. This video is part of Paula's Home Cooking show hosted by Paula Deen. Paula Deen, owner of Lady and Sons, a famous Savannah restaurant, is Food Network's resident southern chef. Step inside he ...more
In the mood for a little mad science? In this home-science how-to from Steve Spangler, we learn how to prepare a bubbly, color-changing concoction using water, ammonia, a universal indicator (cabbage juice will do fine), dry ice, gloves and two plastic cups. Now, repeat the pr ...more
Ever wondered how stars stay a size two – besides starvation, personal trainers, and plastic surgery? Wonder no more. Check out this Howcast video tutorial on how to lose weight like a celebrity. You Will Need * Unfiltered apple cider vinegar * Eggs * Dandelion leaf tea * Ca ...more
These California spring rolls are fast, beautiful, and perfect for the summer, when you just don’t want go anywhere near the stove. These rice paper wrappers are found in any store that sells dry Asian noodles, which is every large grocery store. You’ve never seen them because ...more
Roasting turkey is a topic that inspires endless debate among cooks. How do you get the perfect mixture of juicy meat, crispy skin, and flavor? Everyone has a favorite technique, whether it's brining the bird or spatchcocking it. However, if you're ready to move onto Ph.D. lev ...more
Ingredients for Yaki Gyoza (25 pieces) 120g Ground Pork (4.23 oz) 100g Cabbage (3.53 oz) 50g Onion (1.76 oz) 50g Nira - Garlic Chives (1.76 oz) - Condiments - 1/2 tbsp Soy Sauce 1/2 tsp Sugar A pinch of Pepper 1 tbsp Sake 1/2 tbsp Sesame Oil 1 tbsp Potato Starch 1 tsp Grated ...more
Watch this how to video as Manjula shows you how to cook up a corn veggie soup. This Indian style recipe makes a great healthy and vegetarian dish. Ingredients for the corn veggie soup: 2 1/4 cups corn 1 medium tomato About 1 cup finely chopped cabbage 8 to 10 string beans 1 ...more
We used to view homemade dressings as something whose variables of flavor and texture outweighed our desire to make them up on the fly. We often found ourselves nervous that they'd come out too runny or too tart or even too thick. Then we discovered the magic formula to a per ...more
In this tutorial, we learn how to make Japanese beef yakisoba noodle dish. First, cut cabbage leaves into strips, then take the strips and cut into 1 inch pieces. After this, use a handful of bean sprouts and peel a half of a carrot stick, then chop into thin strips. Next, cut ...more
Chef Jui Chin demonstrates how to make Lo Mein. First, he starts with cut up meat and vegetables: green onions, white onions, shrimp, bean sprouts, julienne cabbage, julienne carrots, and separately he has some julienne sliced pork. You want precooked lo mein noodles or you ca ...more
In this tutorial, we learn how to make a chemical indicator from kitchen items. First, make an indicator by grabbing some red cabbage and some vodka. Now, heat up some water until it's boiling, then place a smaller beaker inside the water with vodka inside of it. Place the red ...more
Normally, office supplies and food don't mix, but you can use a paper shredder to make fresh pasta in your very own home (...or office). In other words, you don't have to buy a bulky and expensive piece of equipment to make fresh pasta. If you already have a paper shredder, yo ...more
Gwyneth Paltrow joins Chef Lee Gross in the kitchen for a mouth-watering Vietnamese salad, a healthy, quick Vietnamese salad that has a great crunch and lots of refreshing flavors. This video recipe was made for Paltrow's website: GOOP. This wonderfully crunchy salad is a mus ...more
Raw and vegan dishes often entail food that is unprocessed and uncooked. This how-to video will show you great raw recipes to make at home. Watch and learn how to prepare a raw okra recipe. All you need for this okra recipe is: okra, bell peppers, onions, purple cabbage, cilan ...more
Ingredients: 1/3 cup ginger, crushed and sliced (approximate; use more or less depending on the amount of spice desired) 1 medium onion 3 cloves garlic 1 scallion (green onion) 3 lbs of beef tenderloin or flank (cubed) 1 head cabbage (wedged) 3 tomatoes, sliced 1 tsp p ...more
If you grew up dying eggs for Easter, you've no doubt used or at least seen those boxed kits that turn your eggs neon colors. Admittedly, they're easy—just plop a dye tablet into some water, dunk the eggs, and wait for them to dry. But the one thing a lot of people don't thin ...more
To make your own Krautini (i.e. a Sauerkraut Martini), you will need the following ingredients: fresh cabbage, sea salt, an olive, and vodka. To begin, with a sharp knife, slice cabbage into slaw. Add 1 T. sea salt. Mash it. Put it in a mason jar. You will need to pack it dow ...more
This is a video describing how to make Dr. Pepper grilled pork chops. The first thing is the pork chops are marinated in a plastic bag with rosemary, Dr. Pepper, olive oil, salt and pepper, rum, and honey. Finally a tablespoon of chopped garlic is added. The pork chop should b ...more
This video is a demonstration of the proper way to cut up a cabbage. Large vegetables like cabbage can be hard to cut up because they are so big and tend to move around on the cutting surface. The first thing to do is to create a flat surface, so make it safer to cut. Cut the ...more
A delicious vegetarian recipe from Nepal! You will need: 16 ounces finely chopped cabbage, 4 ounces shredded cheese, 1 ounce black pepper, 2 ounces soy sauce, whole spinach leaves, 1/4 cup grated carrot, 5 spice blend, turmeric powder, vegetable oil and momo wrappers. For the ...more
Heat the skillet then pour the vegetable oil. When oil is heated saute garlic and onion until light brown then add the red bell pepper. Add sliced pork and chicken cook until brown. Then add the shrimp. Add the chicken broth and bring to boil. Add the carrots, green beans ...more
This video shows you how to prepare a sweet, creamy coleslaw. . This is a simple way to make coleslaw it is not that hard coleslaw is better when it is made fresh. First you will need two cabbages, four carrots, one onion, half a cup of sugar, cup of mayo, cup of sour cream, ...more
Kimchi can be spelled in a variety of ways (gimchi, kimchee, kim tee), but what is it exactly? It's a Korean pickled dish made with vegetables and varied seasonings, and it's the most common side dish in South Korea. In this video tutorial, you'll gain the recipe for making ki ...more
Sauté the tomato, garlic and onion in a little oil. Add in the pork and cook until brown. Season with a little bit of salt and pepper. Add the jicama and mix. Season with fish sauce. Pour in the water. Cover and cook over medium low heat for about 10 minutes or until the jica ...more
Enjoy a delicious Korean dish called Bibimbop with a Japanese twist! Join Gwyneth Paltrow and Chef Lee Gross in Paltrow's GOOP kitchen to learn how to make bibimbap (mixed rice, or roughly translated to "mix it up"). Bibimbop is essentially a rice bowl that you can adorn with ...more
Farideh Ehtesham shows you how to make a sweet and sour version of a popular Iranian dish called cabbage dolma. First, wash the whole green cabbage and put it in a pot of boiling water to soften the leaves. Next, mix together minced lamb, rice, split peas, salt, turmeric, blac ...more
Purple cabbage is a natural indicator and this video teaches you how to easily prepare purple cabbage in the comfort of your own home to be used as an acid and base indicator. Take one leaf of your purple cabbage, tear it into smaller pieces and place all the pieces into a bea ...more
Why have a plain old barbecue when you can host an Oktoberfest? Make it authentic with these tips. You Will Need * Picnic tables * Blue-and-white checked tablecloths * German beer * Beer mugs or steins * German sausages * German foods * Polka music * Apple strudel or black for ...more
Looking to drop a few pounds? There are some out there that swear by the watercress soup diet. Get the information you need on how to follow the watercress soup diet. You Will Need: • Watercress soup • Fruit • Skim milk • Fat-free yogurt • Vegetables • Chicken • Fish ...more
Meat is not the only thing you can barbecue on a grill. This how to video demonstrates how to cook tasty cabbage easily on the grill. Start with a head of cabbage and take out the core. Stuff the cabbage with butter, jalapenos and onions. Wrap up the stuffed cabbage in aluminu ...more
The perfect way to get rid of leftovers! Start with some corned beef and potatoes, then add in chopped onions, peppers or whatever else suits your fancy! Add some salt, pepper and Worchestershire sauce. Traditionally served with either eggs or boiled cabbage. Make a traditiona ...more
This tutorial video will teach you how to make low-salt, lacto-fermented sauerkraut using the whey from Greek-style yogurt. 1) Chop or Shred finely one to four heads of ORGANIC red and/or green cabbage; 2) Put the shredded cabbage in a crock or large bowl, and for every head ...more
Simmer beef in water until it is tender. Set aside the broth. Boil potato in beef broth and set aside. Boil plantain and set aside. In a large skillet or saucepan, sauté garlic in oil. Add beef, chorizo or pepperoni, chick peas, broth, green beans, cabbage and green onions or ...more
If you've ever had bloating you know this can be an uncomfortable and even painful situation. You can alleviate bloating by preventing gas or taking measures to try to reduce gas. Food, exercise and stress can all effect bloating. Abdominal bloating is usually caused by gas i ...more