Category: Meat

When meat gets freezer burn, it loses moisture from its surface and takes on a gray, brown, or gray-brown color. Meat and other foods with freezer burn might get a grainy texture or look dry and tough. You might find that freezer burn creates weird flavors, as well. Can you still eat chicken with freezer […]

Simply mix chunks of chicken with rice, beans, lettuce, pico de gallo, or other toppings you like to have in your bowl. I’m sure you already have most of these ingredients in your fridge. Make the most of what you got. How do I make cooked chicken taste better? Flavor Trick #1: Marinate Whole or […]

No, Kentucky Fried Chicken does not use peanut oil. They are dedicated to being able to offer food for as many consumers as possible by looking to avoid a few of the most common food allergies, including peanuts. Instead, the fast-food chain uses canola oil and hydrogenated soybean oil. Which oil is used for KFC […]

You can’t see, smell, or taste it. Illness from these bacteria is officially called salmonellosis. It can cause an upset stomach, diarrhea, fever, and pain and cramping in your belly. Most people get better on their own at home within 4 to 7 days. Can you smell if chicken has salmonella? The Smell Test Of […]

The standard breading procedure, and it’s simple to do! The initial dip in flour helps the egg wash stick better to the food’s surface. A little bit of oil in the egg wash helps thin the liquid coating, and the extra fat browns the breadcrumbs better underneath. Can you put flour on chicken without egg? […]

If the meal still tastes underseasoned, add a side dish to compliment whatever flavor is there. For hearty meals, try potato dishes or other strong sides. For lighter fare, try bread and butter, a salad, or similarly simple concoctions. If served correctly, sides can become a part of the dish itself. How do you fix […]

Use a brine Essentially a mix of salt, sugar and water, we love adding herbs, garlic or whole spices such as fennel and cumin to flavour the brine. This roast chicken recipe, uses a sweet-and-sour brine scented with lemon, thyme and red wine vinegar that will impress the whole family. How do you add flavour […]

According to Ron Douglas, author of America’s Most Wanted Recipes, the real key to the perfect crispy texture is one thing: accent, which is a monosodium glutamate (MSG) flavor enhancer. You can add this into your seasoning mix before breading or sprinkle it on the chicken after frying. What is the secret to crispy chicken? […]

Give it 5-6 hours for the best flavour and texture – if you don’t have that long, even 10 minutes of marinating will give flavour to the outside of chicken. Marinades without acid can be left longer but won’t make them work any better, so stick to 24 hours as a maximum. Can you marinate […]

Why Is It Important To Marinate Chicken? It imparts flavour to the chicken, not just from outside, but a good marinade seeps inside the chicken imparting more flavour to the dish. Marinades are particularly important for grilling, because of high heat produced by the grills. How long should you marinate chicken? Give it 5-6 hours […]

To get seasoning to stick to chicken, first pat the chicken dry using a paper towel. Next, coat the chicken in a light layer of extra virgin olive oil. Use your hands to generously coat the chicken in the dry rub seasoning. Finally, cook the chicken, making sure to turn it as little as possible. […]

Some farmers and gardeners use coffee grounds to repel pests and insects. However, it is not safe to use them when you’re also raising chickens in your yard. What does coffee do to chickens? However, because chickens are so small, when they have caffeine, it is far too concentrated for them. This results in hyperactivity, […]

“If your broth is lacking in savory richness, try adding roasted onion, tomato paste, mushrooms, seaweed, soy sauce, or miso. These ingredients add umami flavor and depth to broth,” she says. Why does my chicken broth taste bland? When a sauce is reduced, it is called a reduction. The other potential reason for a watery […]

The yellow skin could be a result of marigolds in the feed. The skin of raw poultry can vary from a bluish-white to yellow. All of these colors are normal and are a direct result of breed, exercise, age, and/or diet Visit The Color of Meat and Poultry for more information. What does it mean […]

The skin is dyed yellow to help with gutting the chicken. The skin is dyed yellow to give it a more tasty look. The yellow skin is caused by eating grass. The yellow skin is caused by eating special bird feed to puff up the chicken. Why does my raw chicken look yellow? Before preparing […]

Even on free range chicken farms, GM (Genetically Modified) feed is used and antibiotics are regularly given to prevent illness and infections, while in organic chicken farming the use of antibiotics can be avoided because poor housing conditions and illness due to stress aren’t a problem. Is free-range better than organic? Organic farms certified by […]

I’m hoping that Fodors’ expertise can answer my question – why are chickens sold in French supermarkets so yellow coloured? Those are corn-fed chickens. You can get them in Australia but they are less common. I guess you could probably order them in if you live near a poultry shop. Why is chicken yellow in […]

You can grill it, stir-fry it or add it in stews to reap maximum benefits. Simply avoid fried chicken or chilli chicken prepared in restaurants, as they are loaded with calories. Better still, have homemade chicken tikka, tandoori or roasted chicken, chicken soup or chicken salad for best benefits.” Can I eat chicken and still […]

No chicken sold or raised in the U.S. is given added hormones. In fact, the USDA has banned all hormones and steroids in poultry since the 1950s. Is chicken pumped with estrogen? Still, many people believe that hormones and steroids are pumped into chickens to make them bigger, and thus yield more for the farmer. […]

An advantage to crumbles over pellets is that they take longer to eat, and therefore the chickens have less time to get bored. The main disadvantage is that crumbles spilled or dropped on the ground are usually trampled and wasted. Is it better to feed chickens pellets or crumbles? Feeding crumbles provides a nutritionally complete […]