AJI-NO-MOTO®, an MSG (monosodium glutamate) product that is used as a seasoning and flavor enhancer, is the purest form of umami substance. Umami is the fifth taste, which is different from sweet, salty, sour, and bitter. AJI-NO-MOTO® is widely used to intensify and enhance flavors in sauces, broths, soups and many other foods. It can … Read more
Think you found mold on your beef jerky? Not so fast. White spots on beef jerky can be mold, fat, or salt. Proper identification is key. The fat and salt on the outside of beef jerky are safe to eat, but you should throw away any jerky that has mold growing on it. Beef jerky … Read more
Most of the time, people buy canned goods because they are cheaper and last longer. However, canned meat products aren’t always good. Some of them are scary enough to make a grown man shudder. I know this because I am that grown man. I decided to try different kinds of canned meat from different stores … Read more
If you’re like me defrosting frozen ground beef is a common kitchen scenario. After all buying in bulk and freezing is an easy way to save money and reduce trips to the store. But when it comes time to thaw that brick of frozen beef for tonight’s tacos, what’s the best method? Can you really … Read more
Where can you find the best tuna sub? We tried 10 sandwiches and ranked them worst to best CLEVELAND, Oh — We are halfway through the Lenten season, with Easter on April 17 this year. However, for people who don’t eat meat on Fridays, the usual fish fry food may be getting old, especially when … Read more
Chances are, you’ve heard about the benefits of salmon. It’s on the Amos Institute’s list of SMASH fish, which stands for salmon, mackerel, anchovies, sardines, and herring. These are fish that are high in omega-3 fatty acids, which help fight inflammation, and low in mercury. Salmon has extensive benefits that range from the cellular to … Read more
McDonald’s has been an iconic part of Australian culture for decades. With over 1000 restaurants across the country, generations of Aussies have grown up loving Big Macs McNuggets and fries. But there’s one important question for some Australian Muslims – is the beef at McDonald’s actually halal? As the third largest religion in Australia, this … Read more
Venison is a good protein choice for people with cardiovascular disease. Venison differs from red meat in part because it is leaner and has less fat and fewer calories. Â. Deer meat, a type of venison, is high in essential amino acids. However, youâll need to know how to properly store, clean, and cook deer … Read more
SHAFAQNA – The Grand Ayatollah Sistani answered a question about eating canned fish from non-Islamic countries. If you buy fish from a Muslim or a fish market that comes from a non-Islamic country, you can be sure that it meets the second condition: it was caught by a commercial fishing fleet, which usually brings in … Read more
You may have thought about making your own sausages more than once if you like the taste of pork. This neednt be the daunting task it seems. You don’t need casings or big grinding machines to make sausage in a number of ways that still make a tasty product. But why bother making sausages when … Read more
