Frying is a healthy way to cook using a small amount of fat. Stir-frying is an easy technique that emphasizes fresh flavors and textures. Meats and vegetables should be cut into small pieces, and frozen vegetables marked for sauteing are a good idea. Cooks can use a variety of meats, spices, and vegetables to create […]
French fries are thin slices of potato that are fried or baked until crispy and can be eaten hot or at room temperature. They are popular worldwide with unique regional variations. The nomenclature can be confusing, and the inventor is disputed. Chips can be prepared in various ways, topped with different ingredients, and used in […]
Fry jacks are a popular Belizean dish similar to New Orleans beignets and Latin American sopapillas. They are made with a simple recipe of shortening, flour, water, salt, and yeast, and can be served with sweet or savory toppings. Other Belizean breakfast favorites include Pie Johnny and plantain and mango bread. Fry jacks are a […]
There are various ways to fry an egg, from sunny side up to toad in the hole. Patience is key, and cooking over medium heat reduces the need for oil. Some prefer runny eggs, but there are concerns about salmonella. Chickens raised without antibiotics produce safer eggs. There are many ways to fry an egg, […]
Fried potatoes are made by slicing and coating potatoes in flour, spices, and egg before frying in oil. They are often served with dipping sauces and are a popular side dish for sandwiches, hamburgers, and breakfast foods. Canola and olive oil are healthier options for frying, and low-fat sauces like ketchup and barbecue sauce can […]
Bedpans are portable toilets used by people who cannot get out of bed. The original metal pan is uncomfortable and can cause bed sores. Ergonomic and pulp designs are more comfortable and popular in Europe. Patients using a bedpan prefer privacy. A bedpan is a type of portable toilet device that is used for people […]
Chinese vegetable stir-fry is a flexible dish that can be made with a variety of vegetables and spices. A wok or deep frying pan is essential for even cooking. While meat can be added, the dish is typically vegetarian and served hot or cold as a side or snack. Chinese vegetable stir-fry is a dish […]
Fry sauce is a condiment made with ketchup and mayonnaise, popular in Utah and Idaho, and served with French fries. It can also be used on sandwiches, burgers, and fried fish. Its origin is unclear, but it spread quickly in the US and is also popular in the Pacific Northwest. In other countries, similar condiments […]
Frying an egg on a sidewalk requires optimal weather conditions and patience, with a cooking surface temperature of at least 158°F. Blacktop and pavement oil may help, but a constant heat source is needed for even cooking. Oatman, Arizona holds a yearly egg frying contest using other heat sources. It is possible to fry an […]
Elizabeth Fry was a wealthy Quaker humanitarian who focused on prison reform, particularly for women and children. She founded the Association for the Improvement of Female Prisoners at Newgate Gaol and implemented methods that brought order to prisons, providing clothing, food, and establishing rules. She also worked on other humanitarian efforts. The Canadian Association of […]
“Bigger fish to fry” is an idiom meaning someone has more important things to do. “Little fry” refers to minor matters. The origin is unknown, but it’s well-known in Irish and British culture. Other languages have their own versions. English has many idioms, with origins in other languages. “Bigger fish to fry” is a colloquial […]
