KITCHEN TIPS

KITCHEN TIPS

Working in kitchen can really be fun if you know some basic keys. Here are some special tips to make your work interesting and comfortable.

• To remove the skin of almonds easily, soak them in hot water for 15-20 minutes.

• Putting 3-4 cloves in sugar container will keep the ants at bay.

• If you keep a piece of blotting paper at the bottom of the container, it will keep biscuits fresh for a longer time.

• Apply some lemon juice on the cut surface of the apple to avoid browning. They will look fresh for a longer time.

• Apply mashed banana over a burn on your body for cooling effect.

• You can use dried coriander and mint leaves in coarse powder form in vegetable curry or chutney, if fresh ones are not available. To keep them fresh for longer time, wrap them in a muslin cloth and keep in a fridge.

• Put some boric powder in kitchen in corners and other places. Cockroaches will leave your house.

• To chop dry fruits, place them in fridge for half an hour before cutting. Taking the fruits out and cut them with a hot knife (dip it in hot water before cutting).

• To preserve green peas, keep them in a polythene bag in the freezer.