By Smriti Dey
January 17, 2024
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Cooking can be challenging. One needs to cope with different kinds of temperatures to match the perfect cooking consistency. Here are a few hacks which you can use to manage better cooking without using a probe thermometer. Try these hacks today; keep reading!
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Drop a small piece of bread into the oil. If it browns in about 60 seconds, the oil is likely around 365°F (185°C). Try it out!
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When you are making candy, use the cold water test. Drop a small amount of sugar syrup into cold water and observe the consistency to determine its stage of cooking and heat resistance to mould it.
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Before adding ingredients to a pan, toss in a small piece of butter. The way it sizzles can indicate the temperature of the pan. If the butter browns too fast, the heat is way too high.
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You need to dip a small piece of bread into beaten egg white and drop it into the oil. If it browns quickly, the oil is likely hot enough for frying.
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You can use a toothpick to check the heat of baked goods. Insert the toothpick into the centre, and if it comes out clean or with a few crumbs, the item is likely done, and the temperature is good. If it is soggy or too dry, you need to adjust your temperature to bake further.
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Before adding other ingredients, sauté a small amount of onion in the pan. The onion should sizzle and cook quickly, indicating the pan is hot and at perfect temperature.
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