Barley is a cereal plant of the Poaceae grass family. Barley is the fourth-largest grain crop grown globally, after wheat, rice, and corn, and it is suitable for harvest in various environments. Its scientific name is Hordeum vulgare. Barley has several unique features among crop plants and is an essential crop in modern agriculture. It […]
Noodles are universal favourites. But they are usually not very healthy as they are mostly made out of refined wheat flour. However, we cannot generalise anything, can we? With growing awareness and more options, we have been introduced to healthy noodles that are low on carbs, rich in proteins and easily digestible. As the word […]
Orzo, also known as Risoni in Italian, stands for “big rice”. The scientific name for orzo is (Hordeum vulgare).It is a lesser-known pasta consumed in many Western countries. The pasta requires either semolina or whole grains as the main ingredient. Orzo is often mistaken for natural grains since it looks like rice. However, it is […]
Corned beef is a salt-cured beef, typically made from brisket. The curing process, which involves soaking the meat in a brine solution with salt and other spices, can take 6–9 days to preserve and tenderize the tough cut. After curing, the beef is simmered to develop its flavor. A similar process can also be used […]
Edamame beans are young green soybeans that get harvested before maturation. Farmers harvest them when the soybean pods are filled, nearly 80% mature, and just before they turn yellow. They are available shelled, new, or frozen. Edamame is a common ingredient in East Asian cuisine. People in China have used edamame for its nutritional and […]