Using and Caring for Kitchen Tools
What Is a Deep-Fry Thermometer and How Do You Use It for Thai Frying?
Learn what a deep-fry thermometer is, how to use it step by step, and how it helps with Thai favorites like fried shallots, fish cakes, prawn crackers and Thai omelette.
How to Strain Pandan Juice and Remove Leaf Pulp
How to strain fresh pandan juice using a fine-mesh strainer and cheesecloth, remove leaf pulp, and use the green juice in Thai desserts and drinks.
How to Adjust Charcoal Grill Vents Safely, With Thai Grilled Dishes as Your Guide
Learn how intake and exhaust vents control charcoal heat, which vent settings suit gai yang, moo ping, satay and salt-crusted fish, and how to adjust them safely.
Sharpening a Vegetable Carving Knife for Thai Fruit and Vegetable Carving
How to sharpen a Thai vegetable carving knife on a whetstone, from bevel and burr removal to honing, testing on vegetables and choosing substitutes.