Rice vinegar helps prevent sticky rice and maintain sushi's unique texture. Nori sheets serve as crispy wrappers for sushi rolls. Short-grain rice needs rinsing to achieve proper stickiness
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Recipe inspired by Taksim Square's late-night wet burgers. Features garlic and buttery tomato sauce for succulent texture
Pesto Genovese is a cold sauce made with 7 ingredients from Liguria. It's a traditional Italian sauce used worldwide. The recipe is specific about ingredient sourcing. Authentic version should avoid ricotta, cashews, seeds oil, green beans
White wine, onion, garlic, and vinegar create a spicy, tangy condiment. Mustard seeds are blended and simmered for 10-15 minutes. Mustard needs 1-2 days to solidify before blending. Final preparation involves adding water and simmering for 10 minutes. Mustard should be stored in jars for at least a week
Caramel is made by melting and browning sugar. Total cooking time is 40 minutes, with 10 minutes prep. Use heavy, light-colored, clean saucepan or skillet. Wear protective gear including long sleeves and apron