In the world of the kitchen all has to do with textures, combinations, temperatures, colors and of course, tastes, which is the main objective of all culinary journey. To enjoy the pleasure of cooking, almost like something fun without reducing quality-making process and / or the outcome, it is very useful to know some tricks and secrets.

How to chop an onion without mourn
The onion is a basic ingredient in many recipes such as salsas, salads, pies and soups, however, is cumbersome chop because, when cut free sulfuric acid that makes eyes water and burn the eyes.
Some tips to prevent tearing when chopping onions
Keep the onions in the fridge and chop still fresh
Peel and cut under tap water
Carefully chop near a burning stove
Put the peeled onion in a bowl with boiling water and leave it there 5 minutes before chopping

How to easily peel a clove of garlic
Garlic is another excellent and widely used ingredient in cooking, both for its intense aroma and flavor, for its healing properties. After chopping a clove of garlic, there is usually a strong smell on the fingers, so that this does not happen, we recommend pressing the garlic with the knife on the table for it to open and break your skin, making the peeling process and chop easier. Another way to put it simply, is to let the garlic a few minutes in boiling water, remove and peel.

Those people who dislike the strong flavor of garlic can boil it in water or milk, and pureed to use in any preparation.

How to avoid rice sticking
Rice is one of the basic ingredients for oriental cuisine, but also considered very important for the rest of the world. One of the usual problems with the rice is sticking. Here are some secrets for making delicious rice:
Thoroughly wash the rice several times before use, to release all the starch (which is what turns white and creamy cooking water)
We recommend adding a few drops of lemon juice to rice while cooking to prevent sticking

How to get tender meat
The ultimate trick to get a cut of meat tender is: Marinara. For marinating a product means soaking in a fragrant liquid for one or several days. Those liquids that have the ability to soften the flesh are: vinegar, lemon, milk, wine and pureed papaya.

We recommend spraying a piece of tenderized meat you want one of these fluids and let marinate for several hours before use.

How to tell if fish is fresh
Fish is a delicious product, but be careful when choosing it on the market, it is recommended to buy and consume in a day.

A fresh fish can be recognized by their bright eyes, gills and fins bright red, and smells quite neutral, never strong or acid.