Forget the take out tonight, cook some Chinese food at home instead. Watch this how to video cooking tutorial and let Thai Chef Kai show you how to make orange chicken. Orange chicken is a classic Chinese food favorite, learn how to make it for dinner.
In Thailand sweet potato fritters are served as a snack or dessert. You can can find this at your nearest Thai's restaurant or you can learn how to make your own! You will need yam or sweet potatoes, coconut milk, sesame seeds, sugar, salt, flour, tapioca flour, and cooking oil. Watch this video cooking tutorial and learn how to make Thai sweet potato fritters.
Master mixologist Chris McMillian offers up a tutorial on mixing a Cosmopolitan. The Cosmo is a contemporary classic--it is a drink built on the New Orleans Sour family. Instead of using sugar to sweeten, the Cosmo uses orange flavored liquor.
This confectionery hacking how-to video demonstrates that, with an electric motor, juice lids, battery and sugar, you can make your own cotton candy machine. Don't wait for a carnival or fair to get your next taste of sweet, sweet cotton candy. Watch this video tutorial to see this hack in action and to learn how to build your own bottle-cap candy floss machine.
The war on dehydration is a commercially burgeoning marketplace. An increasingly sophisticated consumer population hoping to conquer everything from 26-mile marathons to vodka shots is deconstructing every functional remedy in the fight to quell the effects of severe dehydration.
When it comes to a perfect summertime dessert, lemon meringue pie is the ideal contender with its rich lemon filling and light-as-air meringue topping. In my humble opinion, the meringue is the true star of the dessert, instantly elevating what is simply a lemon pie to something more elegant and certainly more decadent.
The sweet aroma of cooked fruit filling your kitchen is one of the trademark scents of summer. Yet attaining the perfect consistency for homemade jam can be difficult to master. Often it ends up a watery mess or over-solidifies into thick mystery goo that is destined for the trash, not topping your toast.
Cocktail rims are an easy way to add extra fun and pizzazz to your favorite drink; Most cocktail rims only take a few minutes to put together, and are a great way to add a burst of flavor to compliment what you're drinking.
I'm not ashamed to admit it: I love Gatorade. It's probably from all of those times I watched Michael Jordan chug it during basketball games when I was a kid. But I'm not the only one that loves Gatorade—a large percentage of people who work out regularly choose to replenish their electrolytes with sports drinks.
Baking a cake is relatively easy... if you happen to have a cookbook or some boxed cake mix nearby. And though you can use the internet or your favorite cooking app, it can be nice to just cook without a recipe. That seems impossible with baking, which is such an exact science, but it's actually relatively easy.
Organizing contacts is a bitch, especially on the iPhone. Some contacts will have multiple entries, you can only delete contacts one by one, and certain types of contacts can't be deleted at all. If that isn't enough to make you pull your hair out, then I don't know what will.
The balanced and refreshing taste of a cocktail should always entice you into another sip. You'll know you're drinking something of quality when no specific ingredient, including booze, dominates its taste. A great cocktail can even mirror a great meal by exhibiting flavors like fruit, smoke, and herbs. And adding these flavors while making cocktails at home isn't hard at all.
Look on any bistro or pub menu in America and you'll likely find the term caramelized onions as an option for your burger. The word "caramel" may conjure up images of candy, which is somewhat correct.
Despite being disgusting, houseflies are actually beneficial to humans in a few ways. As scavengers, they help the environment by eating rotting organic matter, and make great food for pet tarantulas. Regardless of the advantages to their existence, having them in your home can be infuriating. There are countless sprays, traps and devices made to kill or deter the little pests, one of the most common being flypaper that hangs from the ceiling. These sticky strips are incredibly easy to make a...
You've probably had pumpkin pie before, but you've never had pumpkin pie like this. Made from your traditional pumpkin pie ingredients (flour, butter, brown sugar), this pumpkin pie gets its Moroccan twist from copious amounts of nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. Deelish.
In this video, we learn how to make a quick & easy peanut butter fudge. To make this, you will need: stick of butter, 1 tsp vanilla, 2/3 c cocoa, 4.5 c powdered sugar, and 1 c creamy peanut butter. First, melt the butter on medium in a pan and then add the vanilla in the pan. From here, stir in the cocoa and mix well. After this, stir in the sugar until everything is dissolved and well mixed together. Keep it over medium-high heat during this process. next, keep stirring while you add in the ...
In this video we learn how to make berries and whipped cream. First, pick the freshest berries, pastry shells, heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Start out by adding the cream to the bowl along with 2 tbsp powdered sugar and 1 tbsp vanilla. Take an electric beater and beat these together slowly at first, then increase the speed. Mix for several minutes until you see peaks start to form in the cream. Then, test it out to see if it tastes good. Serve this with your fresh berries...
In this tutorial, we learn how to make fried kimchi rice. To make this you will need: 1 c kimchi, 2 bowls cooked rice, 2-3 tsp sugar, 1/2 tsp salt, 2 tbsp kimchi liquid, 1/2 tsp sesame oil, and sesame seeds for garnish. First, cut up kimchi into small pieces that are bite sized. Next, fry the kimchi with oil, the add in sugar and fry for five minutes. Next, add in the rice, salt, kimchi liquid, then sesame oil and fry for 10 more minutes. Fry your egg separately, then add them in with the ric...
In this tutorial, we learn how to cook green beans with garlic. You will need: green beans, 1.5 teaspoons oil, 3 tbsp garlic, 1 tbsp garlic, 1 tbsp toasted sesame seed, 1 cup oyster sauce, and 2 tsp sugar. Start out by heating the oil, then adding the garlic and ginger in and letting it sautŽ. After a minute or so, add in your freshly washed green beans to the skillet. Next, stir fry the mixture for two minutes. After this, add in oyster sauce and sugar, then mix until it's well combined. Red...
In order to cook food in your fireplace, you will need a Dutch oven. You will also need the following ingredients: 3-4 cups of rhubarb, 3 cups of sugar, lemon juice (either freshly squeezed of from concentrate), flour, and almonds are optional.
In this clip, learn how to make a perfect citrus cake for summertime. This orange sponge goes great with warm weather cocktails, coffee or even as breakfast. Follow along with this clip and learn how to make this deliciously moist dessert.
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.
In this clip, learn how to turn a delicious sandwich into a moldy mess. This sandwich is perfect for Halloween, April Fools Day or just a fantastic way to keep other kids from stealing your school lunch. With a little powdered sugar and a bit of food coloring, you can turn an ordinary PB&J into a fuzzy, green treat.
Check out this video for a step by step on making overnight French toast. This recipe is sweet and sugary and makes a fantastic dessert or a daring breakfast. Eat this in moderation, however, because it involves lots of butter and sugar.
This video demonstrates how to make a traditional Armenian dessert called boorma, which is similar to baklava. The ingredients are phyllo dough, chopped walnuts, sugar, cinnamon, and butter. Lay out the dough and butter it, then sprinkle the nuts over the dough. Roll the dough around a thin wooden dowel, and remove the dowel. Place the roll on a buttered tray. Make a syrup with boiled sugar and water with a little lemon juice, then allow it to cool. Bake the boorma and allow them to cool. Cut...
This video shows us how to make horchata. The ingredients are 3 cups of white rice, 3 cups of milk cinnamon powder to add taste,1 and 1/4 cups of sugar and six cups of water. Now to make the horchata ,add water to 3 cups of white rice and let it soak overnight. Drain the soaked rice. Put it in a mixer. Combine the milk and cinnamon and add it to the rice. Purée the mixture. Once done, strain the mixture and discard the rice paste. Keep the liquid aside. Next in another bowl, dissolve sugar in...
In this video, we learn how to make homemade exfoliating lip balm. You will need a jar, Chapstick, sugar and a lip gloss. First, mash up your Chapstick with a butter knife, put it into the lip balm container. After the mixture is creamy, add some lip gloss into the container and mix it together. Once this is done, add a spoonful of sugar (your preference) and mix it into your container. This lip balm is comparable to expensive store brands and a tiny fraction of the cost! Use this at night to...
Jewelia shows you how to make some delicious no-bake cookies. To make delicious no-bake cookies, follow these steps: You will need: 2 cups sugar, 1/2 cup milk, 1 stick butter, 1/4 cup cocoa, 1/2 cup peanut butter, 1 tbs vanilla, 3 cups oats. Add the milk and butter to a medium saucepan. Mix together the sugar and cocoa, and add it to your milk and butter mixture. Add the peanut butter. Mix well and let it come to a boil. Turn off the heat. Add the vanilla and the oats. Mix well. Place spoonfu...
Start with a bag of Granny Smith apples. Use either a paring knife or a vegetable peeler to completely remove the skin from all of the apples. Core the apples and cut them into chunks; you should end up with around 7 cups of apples. Place the cut up apples along with 2 cups of water into a large pot and place it on the stove over medium/high heat. Bring this to a boil and let it simmer for 10 minutes. If the apples are still too hard, simmer for another 5 minutes. Mash the apples to the desir...
In this video, the recipe for Brownies has been demonstrated. This is useful for those who love to eat homemade food. To make the brownies, you have to take 2 cups of white sugar and 1 cup of flour. Add 4 eggs and some vanilla essence. Mix all the ingredients. In another pan take some butter and melt it with chocolate. Keep stirring so that the chocolate does not burn. Add the chocolate and butter mixture to the sugar, flour and eggs. Blend properly. Then add some chopped nuts. Put the mixtur...
A raspberry yogurt kuchen is a German type of cake that is a healthier alternative to a lot of the junk food out there. This dessert is incredibly delicious. Kuchen is a cheesecake like dessert that is very simple to make and smells so good while it bakes you will make your neighbors jealous!
OnePotChefShow presents a video on how to easily make a delicious, savory bread and butter pudding dessert. All that is needed for a dessert like this is bread, butter, cream, cinnamon, sugar, egg yolks, and sultanas (dried grapes). The One Pot Chef guides us through the process, showing us every step of the recipe and how much of each ingredient is needed. By following the One Pot Chef's instructions, you'll have yourself a delicious dessert perfect for when you're having guests.
Also known as Pla Nueng, spicy steamed fish can be a healthy and delicious end to your day. Using your microwave, you can make this simple dish with relative speed and ease.
Chef, Rachel Allen shows us how to make a summery side dish: Baked Aubergine, also known as eggplant. For this recipe you will need: egg plant, olive oil, onion, garlic, tomatoes, dried chili flakes, salt & pepper, sugar, pine nuts, and mozzarella cheese. The stuffed eggplant will take about twenty to thirty minutes to cook. Bon appetite!
Check out Esquire Magazine's feature "Ask a Beautiful Woman" to learn how to prepare exotic concoction absinthe. Famed absinthe sippers include Ernest Hemingway and Oscar Wilde. Get in on the magic of the green fairy.
93 year old cook and great grandmother, Clara, recounts her childhood during the Great Depression as she prepares meals from the era. Learn how to make simple yet delicious dishes while listening to stories from the Great Depression. Make sugar cookies and coffee.
Love margaritas -- but not the calories? Slim them down without sacrificing taste. Learn how to mix a skinny margarita.
Bridget Albert, master mixologist, shows how to shake up a delicious alcoholic drink. Follow along with the step-by-step directions in this how-to video and learn how to make an old fashioned cocktail. For the recipe used in this video cocktail-mixing tutorial, you will need sugar, Angostura bitters, orange slices, a cherry, and bourbon whiskey. Enjoy your fresh old fashioned cocktail.
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.
This Thai dish of instant noodles with beef 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 instant ramen noodles with beef. This recipe is quick and delicious try it tonight.
