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  • Ingredients Glossary

Lemongrass: How to Use It Without Chewing Fibers

preparing lemongrass without chewing
Gaining tips on preparing lemongrass can help you avoid chewing fibers and enhance your culinary experience—discover how to use it effectively.
  • The Culinary Gene Team
  • February 18, 2026
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  • Ingredients Glossary

Tulsi: The Herb That Tastes Like Clove and Mint Had a Baby

herb tastes like clove
Bask in the aromatic delight of tulsi, a herb combining clove and mint flavors that can elevate your dishes and wellness routines—discover more.
  • The Culinary Gene Team
  • February 18, 2026
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  • Ingredients Glossary

Rock Salt (Sendha Namak): Why It’s the Fasting Favorite

sea salt for fasting
Loving rock salt (Sendha Namak) during fasting offers natural health benefits that can transform your experience—discover why it’s the fasting favorite.
  • The Culinary Gene Team
  • January 29, 2026
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  • Ingredients Glossary

Dry Coconut (Copra): What It Adds That Fresh Coconut Doesn’t

longer shelf life and concentrated flavor
In exploring dry coconut (copra), discover what unique benefits it offers over fresh coconut that could change your perspective.
  • The Culinary Gene Team
  • January 23, 2026
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Lotus Stem (Kamal Kakdi): Crunchy, Spongy, and Weirdly Amazing

crunchy spongy unique texture
Join us as we explore the crunchy, spongy wonder of Lotus Stem (Kamal Kakdi) and discover why it’s truly a weirdly amazing ingredient worth trying.
  • The Culinary Gene Team
  • January 21, 2026
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  • Ingredients Glossary

Colocasia Leaves (Patra): The Leaf That Needs Respect

respect colocasia leaves
I invite you to explore the cultural and nutritional significance of colocasia leaves, uncovering why they truly deserve our respect.
  • The Culinary Gene Team
  • January 21, 2026
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  • Ingredients Glossary

Plantains vs Bananas: Stop Using the Wrong One

choose correct fruit name
Optimize your kitchen by understanding why substituting plantains for bananas can ruin your dish and what you need to know next.
  • The Culinary Gene Team
  • January 20, 2026
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Jackfruit: Raw vs Ripe—Two Completely Different Ingredients

raw and ripe jackfruit
IIn exploring jackfruit, understanding the key differences between raw and ripe varieties is essential to mastering their unique culinary uses.
  • The Culinary Gene Team
  • January 19, 2026
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Drumstick (Moringa Pods): The Sambar Ingredient Most People Eat Wrong

moringa pods in sambar
Discover how improper preparation of drumstick pods can impact your sambar, and learn the key tips to enhance their flavor and nutrition.
  • The Culinary Gene Team
  • January 18, 2026
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Bitter Gourd (Karela): How to Reduce Bitterness Without Killing Flavor

reduce bitterness without flavor loss
Karela’s bitterness can be minimized effectively without sacrificing flavor—discover simple tips to enjoy this nutritious vegetable fully.
  • The Culinary Gene Team
  • January 17, 2026
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  • Food Safety & Storage

Safe Knife Passing and Counter Habits (Kitchen Safety)

Learn how to pass knives safely and develop counter habits to prevent accidents and…
  • The Culinary Gene Team
  • March 16, 2026
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  • Food Culture & History

The Origin of Chai: How Tea Became a Daily Ritual

Curious about how tea transformed into a daily ritual through centuries of tradition…
  • The Culinary Gene Team
  • March 16, 2026
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  • Techniques & Methods

Knife Grip 101: Pinch Grip Vs Handle Grip Explained

The pinch grip involves pinching the blade just above the handle with…
  • The Culinary Gene Team
  • March 16, 2026
dull knives cause accidents
  • Food Safety & Storage

Why Dull Knives Are More Dangerous Than Sharp Ones

Upping your knife safety starts with understanding why dull blades pose greater…
  • The Culinary Gene Team
  • March 15, 2026
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