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Salt-free diet: what to replace salt with?

1- Replace the salty flavor with the acidic flavor Among the basic flavors, the acidic taste is the one that is closest to the salty taste on the tongue. That's why the first trick to replacing salt is to add a dash of lemon juice to your plate. Lemon juice can enhance the taste of a fish fil ...

29
Mar
2022

The cendol: an emblematic dessert of Malaysia

I first ate cendol. This specialty, whose name can be spelled chendol or chendul, is sometimes presented as a drink. But the version I was able to taste was more like a cup of ice cream. This iconic dessert indeed consists of very thin crushed ice or shaved ice served with green pandan jelly v ...

18
Jan
2023

Expired food: which ones can still be eaten?

k is that they have lost their flavor... As for oil, it can be consumed after its expiration date without health hazards, but it may have a rancid taste or an unpleasant odor. To prevent its taste from being altered over time, it is important to keep it cool and away from light. Other expired ...

25
Aug
2022

Jamy's World: a tantalizing issue on the great adventure of taste

te du Goût in October, Jamy offers us a brand new issue dedicated to our gustatory system under the title La grande aventure du goût. The host explains: 'Taste is the most complex and powerful sense we have since it uses all our other senses.' You will indeed discover during the program that ou ...

11
Oct
2022

The salak or snake fruit: an unusual exotic fruit

ing the skin of a snake. Under its thin but hard and rough skin, this Asian fruit contains a juicy, acidic and sweet white flesh. What does it taste like? Those who have had the opportunity to eat salak comparing its taste to that of pineapple because of the contrast between sweetness and aci ...

16
Feb
2017

Umami: 5 things to know about this mystery flavor

ing of the 20th century that a Japanese researcher from the University of Tokyo identified this fifth flavor and named it 'umami', meaning 'delicious taste'! 2- It is not the prerogative of Japanese cuisine Contrary to what its name might suggest, umami is not a flavor found exclusively in Japan ...

15
Mar
2022

Surprise your friends with these 10 Original Hams

d in winter, with a mixture of herbs and honey, a good Fenalar must dry for at least 2 winters. Some even age it for 6 or 7 years. With a stronger taste than pork, this dried leg of lamb will be ideal sliced on a slice of rye bread with butter or cut into pieces in a mixed salad. Bradenham Ham, t ...

24
May
2022

The durian: 5 unusual facts about this exotic fruit

his region of the world. The main exporting country is Thailand, but even there it is not unanimously approved! If some people love its particular taste, others are put off by its uninviting smell... For my part, when I tasted this fruit so emblematic of Southeast Asia, I was not disgusted by its ...

06
Dec
2022

Pastry: 5 tips to lighten cakes

want to add a particular fruity flavor to your cake, we recommend using applesauce (not banana sauce, for example). Applesauce has a very neutral taste that allows it to be used in all kinds of recipes, including chocolate cake! 2- Use mashed banana A second tip for lightening cakes is to us ...

20
Jan
2022

Bitter gourd: beware of poisoning!

h! These ordinary zucchini or butternut squash shaped fruits are decoys produced by the plant to fool insects. The only difference is their bitter taste should alert you. Toxins called cucurbitacins are what cause this bitterness. According to France's poison control centers, of the 353 cases ...

14
Oct
2022

Gula melaka: Malaysian palm sugar

in Southeast Asia, it is often sold in the form of blocks or syrups. In Malaysia, this palm sugar with its beautiful brown color and good caramel taste is called gula melaka. 2- It is usually derived from the coconut flower Although it is possible to make sugar from a variety of palm species ...

14
Nov
2022

Arugula salad: 5 things to know about this stinging salad

nt plants, they share the common features of belonging to the brassica family and having cut leaves known as pennatilobed. 2- It owes its pungent taste to sulfur compounds If you're wondering why arugula stings, know that this salad owes its characteristic peppery taste to the presence of sulfur ...

03
Mar
2023

Light Christmas dessert: 5 exotic fruits to serve for the holidays

ng to buy whole fruit and even if the skin looks crumpled! Whether the fruit is nice and fresh and smooth or slightly dehydrated and crumpled, its taste qualities are the same. Passion fruit is one of the 5 exotic fruits to serve for the holidays because it is easy to enjoy and its flavor take ...

13
Dec
2022

Festive aperitif: the nolo trend

n 2020 in France is increasingly successful year after year... A growing range of products Of course, non-alcoholic drinks are not new. But their taste has improved a lot and the choice has expanded a lot for everyone who wants to follow the nolo trend. In the department of aperitifs, beers, ...

15
Dec
2022

The hibiscus coconut cocktail: a Valentine's Day cocktail without alcohol

o a carafe. Add the agave syrup to sweeten and stir well. I found the addition of a sweetener necessary because hibiscus flowers have a tart berry taste and my reconstituted coconut water was not very sweet. If you find that your coconut water is quite sweet, it may not be necessary to add swe ...

06
Feb
2023

Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue: 5 good reasons to visit this village in Normandy

some 250 hectares of parks. Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue is even considered as the cradle of the Norman oyster. During your stay, don't miss the chance to taste the Saint-Vaast oyster, which is a favourite among oyster lovers for its nutty taste! While Walking or by amphibious boat, you can also enj ...

18
June
2021

Decoration: the transitional style in 5 questions

Transitional style is the perfect solution for anyone who is wavering between two decorating styles in their home and for couples who have different tastes in interior design. If you want to integrate modern decorating elements into your home, without giving up other pieces you already have in a ...

08
Sep
2021

Franche-Comté: 5 good reasons to visit Montbéliard in winter

e' has been laid out in the heart of Montbéliard to introduce visitors to the achievements of the famous architect of the Duke of Württemberg. 2- To taste the regional culinary specialties Another good reason to visit Montbéliard in winter and discover Franc-Comtois gastronomy and regional pr ...

10
Nov
2021

Phytotherapy: each honey has its virtues

inst stress and insomnia. 4- Chestnut honey Among the different honeys, chestnut honey is distinguished by its very brown colour and its powerful taste. It has the particular virtue of stimulating venous circulation. It is also believed to have virtues for treating digestive disorders and ...

21
Dec
2021

Cheese: 5 golden rules for composing a cheese board

mas if you're planning to have a lot of guests. It's up to you to see how many you're going to offer depending on your guests' appetites and their taste for cheese... 2- Count 70 to 90 grams of cheese per person If you want to spoil your guests for a festive meal, the best thing to do is to g ...

23
Dec
2021