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Re: Cooking porridge

Phoebe — Tue, 19 Oct 2021 23:03:57 -0000

If you can afford a high end rice cooker, go for it. Some basic functions will be easier. Experiment with any new appliance to achieve your desired results. I am looking forward to getting an instant pot to cut down cooking time.

Re: Congee - also known as chinese rice porridge or jook or chook

Phoebe — Thu, 08 Oct 2020 21:44:02 -0000

Yes, that's true but is the texture going to be pleasant :P

Re: Congee - also known as chinese rice porridge or jook or chook

Phoebe — Thu, 08 Oct 2020 21:42:26 -0000

Yes, yes. All these can be made into something known as multi grained porridge.

Re: Self-publishing a book? Make sure you get an ISBN and CIP data for it

Phoebe — Thu, 24 Sep 2020 06:09:46 -0000

Hi KS, it is okay. It is a good-to-have. Your work will still get catalogued and classified. It just won't appear in your first print.

Re: Simmering soup

Phoebe — Thu, 18 Jun 2020 01:46:19 -0000

I see. Although I like to put everything in but I did notice that for Chinese herbs like red dates and goji berries, putting them in later is better because they don't become mushy.

Re: Chinese herbs for chinese soups

Phoebe — Tue, 16 Jun 2020 21:45:13 -0000

Hi Yin, I think you are referring to 泡参. According to some TCM websites, 泡参/花旗参/西洋参 (American ginseng) refers to the same thing.

I find the Q&A at this facebook post is quite useful. https://www.facebook.com/on....

It is originally in Chinese but you can use the translation tool.

Re: Simmering soup

Phoebe — Tue, 16 Jun 2020 21:26:59 -0000

Are you referring to the parboiling or actual simmering? For parboiling meat, I find it is more effective. But it is not a hard and fast rule. Some cooks do not trust their water source, so it is better to boil the water first.

Re: Cooking porridge

Phoebe — Tue, 02 Jun 2020 20:39:29 -0000

Hi Jenni, I personally like egg omelette, salted egg, fried spam, braised eggs, braised beancurd sheets. Anything slightly savoury or salty and would balance well with the plain congee. Here's someone else's preference: https://hopesdreamsaspirations.com/2019/06/08/congee-rice-porridge-%E7%99%BD%E7%B2%A5-with-pork-and-salted-egg/

Re: 3 Herbal Pork Soup Recipes

Phoebe — Thu, 02 Apr 2020 12:43:15 -0000

Hi Ralphy, the portion is likely not enough for 6. However, doubling the portion meant the cooking time needs to be adjusted too. This may affect the Chinese herbs used. How comfortable are you at making Chinese soups?

Re: Chinese soups - food that lower blood pressure

Phoebe — Wed, 05 Feb 2020 22:07:50 -0000

Dear Judy, thank you for your kind words. Happy souping!

Re: Chinese herbs for chinese soups

Phoebe — Wed, 15 Jan 2020 06:26:40 -0000

Hi David,

Apologies for the late reply. Yuk Choi is the Cantonese transliteration for solomon's seal. Please see the last herb in my list. If you are thinking of buying some, here's a few links to check out : https://amzn.to/2FTOyS6, https://amzn.to/2QTx4eQ, https://amzn.to/35TE2Vr

Re: 2 Chinese Crab Soup Recipes

Phoebe — Sun, 17 Mar 2019 19:55:00 -0000

Wow, Jim. Your soup sounds wonderful. I believe cooking is not about following recipes closely but about an idea and going from there with what's available. You must be a talented cook. Taking such a simple plain recipe and turning into something glorious.

Re: 2 Chinese Crab Soup Recipes

Phoebe — Sat, 16 Mar 2019 00:17:37 -0000

Thanks Jim for sharing about the potato and coconut milk.

Re: 4 Ways To Fix WordPress Comments Are Closed Problem [SOLVED]

Phoebe — Wed, 06 Feb 2019 01:46:45 -0000

Hi, just want to leave a note of thanks. The first tip helped immediately.

Re: Cooking porridge

Phoebe — Tue, 07 Aug 2018 06:34:48 -0000

Thanks for sharing your knowledge. :)

Re: Cooking porridge

Phoebe — Sun, 28 Jan 2018 09:50:33 -0000

How young is your daughter? Most Chinese parents make congee fresh for their young children. They believe that overnight congee will cause "wind in the tummy".

I think a day or 2 in the refrigerator in an airtight container is fine. Store them in the appropriate portion for one meal. Reheat once only and add some yummy ingredients.

BTW, have you seen my recipe page on baby congee? http://www.homemade-chinese...

Re: Cooking porridge

Phoebe — Sun, 28 Jan 2018 08:13:28 -0000

So glad to be of help. Always admired parents who adopt abroad. Thanks for sharing your love and home.

Re: Simmering soup

Phoebe — Wed, 27 Dec 2017 21:41:43 -0000

Hi there, is it meat or bones that you do not want to parboil? If it is meat without the bones, it should be fine. With bones, I recommend you parboil to clean it up a bit. With regards to smell, I find it vary from place to place. The pork in Singapore do not have a strong smell, unlike the ones I find in Melbourne.

Re: Vegetarian soup recipes

Phoebe — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 01:32:25 -0000

Yes you can. You can substitute with mushrooms for deeper flavour.

Re: 2 Things to Consider When Buying an Old HDB Resale Flat

Phoebe — Thu, 27 Apr 2017 22:50:20 -0000

No choice, there are many people who cannot buy BTO.

Re: Wonton wrappers or wonton skin

Phoebe — Tue, 31 Jan 2017 11:27:00 -0000

All the best Libby!

Re: Winter melon soup recipes

Phoebe — Wed, 16 Nov 2016 08:30:32 -0000

Yup, not advisable to eat it raw.

Re: Lyrics for Love Rescued Me 主爱拯救了我

Phoebe — Wed, 09 Nov 2016 03:00:46 -0000

Hi there, sorry I took so long to add the hanyu pinyin. Hope it is readable.

Re: No Such Page

Phoebe — Fri, 04 Nov 2016 00:00:58 -0000

500ml should be sufficient for 2 when the soup is part of a meal.

Re: Knitting Pattern for Aran Cable Tote Bag

Phoebe — Sat, 25 Jun 2016 01:33:23 -0000

Hi Jenna, I used a bulky yarn and 4 mm needles to create a denser fabric which I think is necessary for a sturdy bag. If you are new to cable, you can use a thinner yarn or bigger needles.