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Velveting meat before stir-frying makes for a better and softer texture. The 30-minute method uses pantry staples you probably have on hand. Cornstarch or baking soda work equally as well. If you turn ...

Whether you have 15 minutes or 3+ hours, we have a technique that will help you score succulent, ultra-tender steak, pork, chicken, or turkey. Baking soda is good for more than adding tenderness and ...

Meat and vegetables in a wok for stir fry - Maria Rueger/Getty Images Chinese takeout ticks off all the boxes after a long, hard day. No cooking, no cleaning up, and leftovers made for reheating in a ...

Velveting meat isn’t just one technique — it’s a whole set of methods used in Chinese cooking to achieve that silky, tender texture. Today we break down the different styles, how they work, and when ...