Physically inspect the chicken before purchasing. Its skin should be creamy white to deep yellow; meat should never look gray or pasty. Odors could signal spoilage. If you notice a strong, unpleasant odor after opening a package of chicken, leave it open on the counter for a few minutes. Sometimes oxidation takes place inside the…
When handling raw chicken, you must keep everything that comes in contact with it clean. Raw chicken must be rinsed and patted dry with paper towels before cooking; cutting boards and knives must be washed in hot sudsy water after using and hands must be scrubbed thoroughly before and after handling. Why? Raw chicken can…
* Have the coconuts grated. Squeeze until the meat is well extracted. * Strain the pulp out of the milk and set aside. This is called the “kakang gata” or first extraction. * Add another cup of water in the pulp (depending on how many cups the recipe requires), and repeat the process. This is…
