Vegan Thai Green Curry
The vegan Thai green curry uses vegetables such as bell pepper and broccoli. It makes full use of all the Thai spice flavours. Think of […]
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What is Klason Lignin?
Klason lignin is the insoluble residue portion after removing the ash by concentrated acid hydrolysis of the plant tissues. Lignin generally is not polysaccharide but […]
What is Lignin?
Lignin is not a polysaccharide but is chemically bound to hemicelluloses in plant cell walls. It has been suggested that lignins are precursors to mammalian […]
Why Are Grapes And Raisins So Toxic To Dogs?
We are often warned not to feed grapes, sultanas, raisins and chocolate to dogs but why grapes should be so toxic to our canine friends […]
Trenbolone
Trenbolone acetate is a synthetic steroid that is extensively used in the United States as a growth promoter in beef cattle. The acetate is administered […]
Preparing a Risotto alla Zafferano (Saffron Risotto)
Here’s a recipe for risotto alla Zafferano (saffron risotto). It’s brilliant! Risottos are one of our favourite dishes and this is just fabulous. Serves 4 […]
Methods For Extracting Essential Oils
The essential oils are volatile aromatic compounds and hydrophobic secondary metabolites which are produced by plant species. They are important as flavourings and perfumes as […]
How to Make a Simple Spicy Carrot soup
Carrot soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that can be enjoyed as a starter or as a main course. Ingredients: 1 pound carrots, peeled […]
The Cooking of Largemouth Bass
The largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides) is a popular freshwater fish native to North America, particularly known for its role in recreational fishing. While largemouth bass […]
Prostaglandins
Prostaglandins are critical messengers in all sorts of reactions. They are part of a group called the eicosanoids and include prostacyclins (PGI), the thromboxanes (TXA), […]
How to Make Vietnamese Nuoc Cham (Fish Sauce) for Dipping
Fish sauce is a speciality of South-East Asian cuisine generally. In Vietnam it is called Nuoc Cham where it is their go-to dipping sauce. There […]
Crispy Fried Shallots
An important accompaniment to any dish especially in South-Eastern Asian cooking is to have some crispy fried shallots. The Vietnamese often use this as garnish […]
How to Prepare Honey Ginger Shrimp
A great Vietnamese treasure. Honey ginger shrimp is simple to make. The large shrimps are marinated in their sauce before stir-frying in a wok. adding […]
How to Make Bahn Xeo (Pork and Shrimp Crepes)
The French brought a new dimension to Vietnamese cuisine when they added crepes to the range of culinary delights that Vietnam has to offer. Crepes […]
How to Make Vietnamese Barbequed Pork Skewers
Pork is often eaten in Vietnam in preference to beef because pigs are easier to farm and keep in the various country dwellings. Barbequeing is […]
Cunila incana
The essential oil obtained from Cunila incana, a wild plant from South Brazil, was analyzed by GC and GC/MS. The main volatile compounds were the sesquiterpenes […]
Measurement Of Collagen Content In Fish
The eating quality of fish is very much dependent on a number of factors especially collagen content which has a direct influence on the texture […]
AMP and Fructose-2,6-Bisphosphate in the Control of Glucose Metabolism in Skeletal Muscle and Liver
The regulation of glucose metabolism is central to maintaining energy balance in mammalian physiology, and it is tightly coordinated by multiple allosteric effectors, covalent modifications, […]
Black Forest Chocolate Delice with Poached Cherries and Hazelnut Praline
Black Forest Chocolate Delice is a decadent dessert inspired by the classic Black Forest cake. This indulgent treat combines layers of rich chocolate mousse, chocolate […]
How To Manufacture Edible Films
Edible films are used to coat fruits, vegetables and foodstuffs as a way to extend their shelf-life and protect them from injury. The manufacturing process […]