September / October
2019
Pickled Watermelon Rind
After cutting up watermelon, don't throw away that rind—pickle it instead.
Published: July 2019
Cóctel de Camarón (Mexican Shrimp Cocktail)
Cóctel de camarón is more flavorful—and more fun—than the American classic.
Published: July 2019
Braised Eggplant with Soy, Garlic, and Ginger
For most types of produce, a few basic cooking methods immediately spring to min…
Published: July 2019
Italian Flatbreads (Piadine)
Meet piadine: the rustic, tender-chewy rounds of Italian flatbread that you can …
Published: July 2019
Bò Lúc Lắc (Shaking Beef)
This popular Vietnamese dish known as shaking beef offers an enticing contrast b…
Published: July 2019
Karaage (Japanese Fried Chicken Thighs)
Juicy, deeply seasoned thigh meat encased in a supercrispy crust makes Japanese …
Published: July 2019
Soba Noodles
These delicate buckwheat strands are one of Japan's most popular foods. We taste…
Published: July 2019
Cóctel de Camarón (Mexican Shrimp Cocktail ) for Two
Cóctel de camarón is more flavorful—and more fun—than the American classic.
Published: July 2019
Braised Eggplant with Pomegranate and Tahini
For most types of produce, a few basic cooking methods immediately spring to min…
Published: July 2019
Braised Eggplant with Paprika, Coriander, and Yogurt
For most types of produce, a few basic cooking methods immediately spring to min…
Published: July 2019
Pinchos Morunos (Spanish Grilled Pork Kebabs)
A union of spices and char flavors pinchos morunos. But for juicy meat, separati…
Published: July 2019
Gỏi Cuốn (Vietnamese Summer Rolls)
The best summer roll is a fresh summer roll, and the freshest summer roll is on…
Published: July 2019
Bò Lúc Lắc (Shaking Beef) for Two
This popular Vietnamese dish offers an enticing contrast between warm, savory st…
Published: July 2019
Chile Verde con Cerdo (Green Chili with Pork)
Our new-school approach to making stew brings every element of this tangy, fragr…
Published: July 2019
Apple Crumble
A rustic dessert such as crumble should show off the fruit's tangy freshness—not…
Published: July 2019
Vietnamese Dipping Sauce (Nước Chấm)
Nước chấm—a salty-sour-sweet combination of fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar th…
Published: July 2019
Com Do (Vietnamese Red Rice)
This umami-rich rice dish with tomato paste, soy sauce, and butter pairs perfect…
Published: July 2019
Karaage (Japanese Fried Chicken Thighs) for Two
Juicy, deeply seasoned thigh meat encased in a supercrispy crust makes Japanese …
Published: July 2019
Honing Rods
It's supposed to keep your knife sharp, but does it work?
Published: July 2019
Buy the Winner
Fontina
We tasted eight cheeses, from authentic Fontina Val d'Aosta to the many versions…
Published: July 2019
Patatas Panaderas (Spanish Potatoes with Olive Oil and Wine)
Lush, tender patatas panaderas deserve to be better known outside their homeland…
Published: July 2019
Safety Tips for Handling Raw Chicken
Don't even think about rinsing raw chicken. Learn how to prep it safely and disi…
Published: July 2019
How to Cook with Dried Mushrooms
Enjoy fancy fungi and save money at the same time.
Published: July 2019
Taming the Heat on Your Electric Stovetop
Controlling the heat on an electric stove can be challenging and tough to manage…
Published: July 2019
Keeping Color in Colorful Cauliflower
Colorful cauliflower can brighten a side dish—but only if it keeps its color dur…
Published: July 2019
Understanding Modified Atmosphere Packaging
Have you ever wondered how some produce and meat last so long on the shelf? Modi…
Published: July 2019
The Best Way to Roll Dough into a Circle (Not an Amoeba)
Shift the position of the dough, not the rolling pin.
Published: July 2019
Maggi Seasoning: What It Is & How to Use It
Learn why this concentrated liquid seasoning is a global phenomenon, deepening s…
Published: September 2023
How to Hydrate Rice Paper Wrappers for Spring Rolls
The best way to make these delicate wrappers ready to roll.
Published: July 2019
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