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Top 5 cooking tips
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Kiwilimón - 2018-10-16T09:22:00.480668Z
Many people have been cooking their whole lives without knowing how to perform certain tasks correctly. Chopping onions or cleaning a fish can be laborious and time-consuming if the right technique is not used, which is why today we invite you to check out our top 5: cooking tips. With these, you will cook easier and faster the recipes of a lifetime.
How to chop onion
Onion is one of the most used ingredients worldwide, but not everyone knows how to cut it quickly and safely. It's very easy; you just need to follow the four steps of this tip, and you will be able to have chopped onion for all your dishes in a few minutes.
See full recipe here: http://www.kiwilimon.com/tips/tips-de-cocina/como-picar-cebolla
How to peel a garlic clove in seconds
Just like with onions, garlic is used in every household for various recipes, but peeling it can be quite tricky if you don’t know how. The trick is to use the knife to crush the garlic; this releases the body from the skin, and with a quick pull, you can get the part you want and discard the rest.
See full recipe here: http://www.kiwilimon.com/tips/tips-de-cocina/como-pelar-un-diente-de-ajo-en-segundos
How to remove fish bones
It may sound complicated, but with a wooden board and a knife, you have more than enough to descale and clean a fish. With these six steps, you will achieve this very quickly, and you will ensure that, even though you have a little more work, your fish will be fresh and clean.
See full recipe here: http://www.kiwilimon.com/tips/tips-de-cocina/como-quitar-las-espinas-del-pescado
How to cut cilantro
Cilantro is another widely used ingredient that can be difficult to cut due to its uneven shape, but it is not hard; in five steps, you will have it ready to use both raw and in a stew. Just make sure to use the stems to your advantage, as that’s where you should hold it for safety while cutting.
See full recipe here: http://www.kiwilimon.com/tips/tips-de-cocina/como-cortar-cilantro
How to cook octopus so it doesn't turn tough
Octopus is one of those seafood delicacies that many enjoy in restaurants but few cook at home. This is because not everyone knows the secret to make it tender, and if this is not achieved, it can become very tough and chewy. The process is divided into two steps: the first involves pounding with a meat mallet, and the second is soaking in hot water; it's easy and quick.
See full recipe here: http://www.kiwilimon.com/tips/tips-de-cocina/como-cocer-el-pulpo-para-que-no-te-quede-duro