Modern cooking evolves so rapidly that it seems almost impossible to keep on top of the latest trends. Social media platforms seem to be filled with daily streams of dishes that appear to be too difficult to recreate. However, fear not, as it is easier than you think to up to date with developments in modern cooking.
Sous-vide
This stems from slow cooking of a variety of ingredients for a long period of time, in order to enhance both flavor and texture. This is often most commonly used for soups, stews, and casseroles. The idea is that when you arrive at home after a long day in the office, your home is filled with the scent of a homecooked meal, brimming with deliciousness. In other words: modern cooking using granny's style. It is easy to prepare with the food being vacuum sealed in a bag and then lowered into warm water set at a constant temperature. It is very similar to the slow-cooker meals that have been all over the internet recently, but with a twist. Slow-cooking remains a great way to prepare large meals during the day, all of which can be frozen after and used throughout the week. All of the machinery you need can be bought at many hardware stores and will be a sophisticated addition to any kitchen.
Spiralizing: modern cooking meets science
This trend has been popular for quite a while and so it should be for all the health benefits and the ease of it. If you spiralizing, almost without noticing, you finish Eating far more vegetables than you expected. Plus, it’s a great alternative to pasta. You can cover them in the same sauces that you would normally use, but if you want to limit carbohydrates it is a great way to feel like you’re eating them but instead, you’re reducing your calorie intake with each meal. Vegetables are lighter and so, by using this fashionable technique, you are Keeping on top of your diet but also trying a new way to enjoy vegetables. This is also a great option for people who have gluten intolerance or suffer from autoimmune diseases, therefore there is no need to check the label before buying.
Infusions
This is a high-end cooking method that is quite simple to achieve. It involves steeping a substance in a hot liquid, to extract the flavor of the substance. This is used commonly in pressure cookers as the liquids begin to infuse into the food. It is also used in oils, with various condiments being infused to create a new flavor. Most commonly, this can be garlic, chili or black pepper. Infusing lends tenderness to many meat dishes and is a great way to Garner flavor. Think of how you soak tea in water to extract the flavor, and the method is exactly the same, imbibing the meat with a taste which cannot be achieved by simply frying, steaming or sautéing. The leftover liquid can be used to add flavor to soups and stocks, as well as providing additional moisture to the rest of the dish.
