Understanding Cooking Principles

How To Make Mtuzi Wa Samaki: A Flavorful Tanzanian Dish

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Tanzania lies along the east coast of the African continent. Thanks to its coastal location, fish-based dishes have become popular in the cuisine. Favored with coconut milk and Madras curry, Mtuzi wa Samaki – or fish and coconut curry – is a quintessential Tanzanian dish. Here’s how to make some delicious Mtuzi wa Samaki in your own home. Ingredients: 1 12 pounds skinless halibut, cut into 8 - 10 pieces 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 12 cup chicken stock or vegetable stock 3 cloves garlic, minced 4 large fresh tomatoes, chopped coarsely 1 bell pepper, chopped 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 teaspoons Madras curry powder 14 teaspoon black pepper 12 teaspoon salt 34 cup coconut milk 1 lemon, sliced into quarters fresh cilantro, optional Directions: Read More»

Food For Thought -- 5 Tips For Creating A Fantastic Wedding Food Display

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Feeding your guests at a wedding these days means so much more than just providing a choice of chicken or fish. A well-planned food display can add creativity and beauty to the reception, as well as sometimes saving you money. So, how can and your caterer liven up your mealtime? Here are 5 suggestions for any style and budget. Food Stations. Break up the food and the lines by placing several food stations around the room. Read More»

Consider Food Truck Catering For Your Wedding Reception

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Street food is trendy right now, so why not invite your favorite late-night treat trucks to cater your wedding? Food truck catering is especially suited to small, casual wedding receptions, especially those held outdoors. The Fun Factor What could be more fun than having your wedding guests sitting at picnic tables in the park eating from their favorite street vendors? From hot dogs to pizza to ice cream, you can be sure to please everyone, especially children. Read More»

Tips & Tricks For Baking Perfect Hamburger Buns For Barbecuing

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If you are gearing up for lots of barbecuing this summer, you may be looking for ways to cook from scratch and to add a homemade touch. One way to add more flavor to your meal is to bake your own hamburger buns–also known as “Kaiser buns” or “Vienna rolls.” These buns are a good option because many of the ingredients are probably staples in your kitchen already–such as eggs, yeast, sugar, and all-purpose flour. Read More»

3 Tips To Help You Organize Your Commercial Refrigerator

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Access to a commercial refrigerator is essential when it comes to the convenience and safety of your restaurant’s kitchen. With so many people using the products contained within a commercial refrigerator, having a comprehensive organizational system is the best way to reduce food waste caused by spoilage. Here are three tips you can use to help get your restaurant’s fridge organized in the future. 1. Store meat on the bottom shelf. Read More»