Author: Lorraine Wade

Are Scallions Poisonous?

Green onions or scallions are part of the Allium family. They are closely related to chives, leeks, onions, and shallots which are all toxic to dogs. Although the most common species that cause toxicity in canines are onions, leeks, garlic, and chives – garlic being the most potent. Is it safe to eat raw scallion? […]

Why Are Scallions Better Than Onions?

Scallions are smaller than onions and are not dependent to bulb before being harvested unlike the regular onion. Scallions have a milder taste than onions. Scallions and onions are used a lot in cooking for various dishes around the globe. Are scallions better for you than onions? Healthiest Onion: Scallions, Leeks, White, Red and Yellow […]

What Is The Most Potent Garlic?

Red Donetsk Garlic It is a vigorous type of plant which produces very large cloves. Once harvested, this garlic will keep until at least January. This is our strongest tasting garlic available. Is purple garlic stronger than white garlic? Compared with white garlic, purple garlic has stronger antioxidant and antibacterial effects, so the taste of […]

Can Lemon Grass Be Eaten Raw?

You can eat the whole lemongrass, including the stalk. However, the stalk itself is tough and hard to chew. For this reason, you may want to remove the stalk before consuming the raw lemongrass. Does lemongrass have to be cooked? How to Use Lemongrass. Your lemongrass should now appear finer—almost like yellow-green flakes. It is […]

Is Lemon Grass Better Than Citronella?

Citronella plants (or Pelargonium citrosum) are commonly thought to be the best at repelling mosquitos. However, Lemongrass (or Cymbopogon) is superior. Is there a difference between citronella and lemon grass? “Though citronella and lemon grass look alike, both have different properties. Citronella oil is used in manufacturing mosquito repellents, perfumes, soaps and deodorants among other […]

What Does Rhubarb Mean In Slang?

rambunctious scuffle or squabble. get into a rhubarb slang To engage in a loud, rambunctious scuffle or squabble, especially during a baseball game. Primarily heard in US. What does it mean to call someone a rhubarb? a quarrel or squabbleSlang. a quarrel or squabble. What does rhubarb mean in British slang? argumentaltercation, argle-bargle. [chiefly British], […]

Does Sesame Seed Have Umami?

Black sesame seeds impart a stronger, more pronounced umami flavour. Contrary to what most people may think – black sesame seeds are not simply toasted white sesame seeds. What foods are high in umami? Some foods that are high in umami compounds are seafood, meats, aged cheeses, seaweeds, soy foods, mushrooms, tomatoes, kimchi, green tea, […]

Is Japanese Food Cooked In Sesame Oil?

Sesame Oil and Japanese Food As mentioned above, sesame oil is highly prevalent in Japanese cuisines, and just like olive oil, there a few different kinds available for culinary use. Light oil — this kind of oil is similar to canola or vegetable oil and is ideal for high-heat frying. What oil do Japanese cook […]

What Does It Mean To Call Someone A Rhubarb?

a quarrel or squabble. Slang. a quarrel or squabble. What is the origin of the word rhubarb? Etymology. The word rhubarb is likely to have derived in the 14th century from the Old French rubarbe, which came from the Latin rheubarbarum and Greek rha barbaron, meaning ‘foreign rhubarb’. The Greek physician Dioscorides used the Greek […]

What Products Are Made From Sesame Seeds?

Our 11 best sesame seeds recipes will help you use sesame seeds like a pro: Sesame Chicken. Asian Sesame Chicken Salad. Candied Sweet Potatoes with Black Sesame. Til ka Ladoo. Prawn Sesame Toast. Til ki Barfi. Sesame Crusted Chicken. Til ki Chikki. What is made with sesame seed? Tahini is a paste made from sesame […]

What Flavors Go With Rhubarb?

Rhubarb Goes Well With Apples, butter, caramel, cinnamon, ice cream, cream, custard, ginger, honey, lemon, orange, mint, raspberries, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, sugar, vanilla, pastry and pork. What spices pair with rhubarb? Sweet spices like cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, and ginger complement rhubarb’s tang, as does vanilla. Maple syrup and maple sugar are good alternatives to white […]

Is Sesame Oil A Seed Oil?

A popular cooking oil used in Chinese, Japanese, and Middle Eastern cuisines, sesame oil is made from raw or toasted sesame seeds. The seeds come from the sesame (Sesamum indicum) plant. Is sesame oil inflammatory? Potent Anti-Inflammatory Effects Sesame oil is found to possess potent anti-inflammatory activity, which helps keep blood vessels soft and flexible […]

How Sesame Oil Is Produced?

Sesame oil is obtained by pressing the roasted oilseeds and consumed as a naturally flavored oil without refining. Sesame oil is also extracted without roasting using pressing, sold as virgin oil. The refined version of the oil is also used for salad dressing. Where is sesame oil extracted from? Sesame oil is a kind of […]

What Are Sesame Fruits?

Appearance. Sesame seeds are found inside the fruit of a sesame plant, which is an oblong pod with ridges that contains small oval seeds that measure about ⅛ inch long. To remove the seeds from the pod, the sesame fruit is dried which causes it to begin to open, making it easy to shake the […]

Can I Make My Own Sesame Oil?

DIY sesame oil Create your own sesame oil by adding a neutral oil (such as canola) into already toasted sesame seeds. Place ¼ cup of sesame seeds to 1 cup of canola or vegetable oil, and mix them together on a skillet at medium heat. Cook the mixture for two minutes or until the seeds […]