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10 Things I’ve Learned About Cooking in Professional Kitchens
Chef Articles  /  December 28, 2025
by Scott Stokes

10 Things I’ve Learned About Cooking in Professional Kitchens

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  • Refreshing Watermelon and Mint Cooler Sorbet

    Refreshing Watermelon and Mint Cooler Sorbet

  • Smoky BBQ Pork Belly Burnt End Tostadas with Avocado Crema and Pickled Summer Peppers

    Smoky BBQ Pork Belly Burnt End Tostadas with Avocado Crema and Pickled Summer Peppers

  • Strawberry Kiwi Lemonade with Ripe Strawberries, Tropical Kiwi, and Zesty Lemon

    Strawberry Kiwi Lemonade with Ripe Strawberries, Tropical Kiwi, and Zesty Lemon

  • Zucchini and Goat Cheese Frittata with Fresh Basil and Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

    Zucchini and Goat Cheese Frittata with Fresh Basil and Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

  • Savory Bacon and Cheese Breakfast Muffins with Chive Butter Spread

    Savory Bacon and Cheese Breakfast Muffins with Chive Butter Spread

  • Divinely Decadent: Sugar-Free Dark Chocolate Avocado Pudding

    Divinely Decadent: Sugar-Free Dark Chocolate Avocado Pudding

  • Cinnamon Apple Crumble Bars with Pecan Streusel and Salted Caramel Drizzle

    Cinnamon Apple Crumble Bars with Pecan Streusel and Salted Caramel Drizzle

  • Spiced Moroccan Halibut with Preserved Lemons, Sumac, and Herb-infused Crème Fraîche

    Spiced Moroccan Halibut with Preserved Lemons, Sumac, and Herb-infused Crème Fraîche

  • Father’s Day Smoked Pork Ribs with Sweet and Spicy Rub

    Father’s Day Smoked Pork Ribs with Sweet and Spicy Rub

  • Vada Pav Bhaji

    Vada Pav Bhaji

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    Sesame Ginger Dungeness Crab Salad

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    Sinigang sa Kamias (Bilimbi Sinigan)

Did You Know?

Ingredient Pairings

Almonds are a great pairing with fruits like apricots, where their crunchiness provides a nice contrast to the soft texture of the fruit. This combination works well in desserts, salads, and savory dishes.

Food Facts

The world's hottest chili pepper is the Carolina Reaper. It measures over 2 million Scoville Heat Units (SHU) and can cause intense heat and burning sensation.

Cooking Tips

To avoid over-salting a dish, taste and season gradually. Remember, you can always add more salt, but it's challenging to fix an overly salty dish.

Ingredient Spotlight

Cilantro, also known as coriander leaves, is an herb with a bright and citrusy flavor. It is commonly used in Mexican, Indian, and Southeast Asian cuisines. Cilantro adds freshness to dishes like salsas, curries, and salads.

Foraging Facts

Spring is an excellent time for foraging wild greens like dandelion greens, wild garlic, and stinging nettle. These nutrient-rich greens can be used in salads, sautés, or even blended into pesto.

Baking Hacks

If you need room temperature eggs for baking but only have cold ones, you can quickly bring them to room temperature by placing them in a bowl of warm water for a few minutes.

Culinary Terms

Basting is the process of brushing or spooning liquids, such as marinade or pan drippings, over food while it is cooking to add flavor and keep it moist.

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