The Recipe with Kenji and Deb Mailbag Part 3
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May 26, 2025 Dive into the delightful world of culinary adventures! Discover when it's acceptable to yuck someone’s yum and learn clever garlic and ginger hacks. Kenji and Deb offer fresh insights on nurturing young chefs, emphasizing the joy of mistakes in the kitchen. Plus, find out the benefits of freezing ginger and garlic while tackling the pros and cons of pre-peeled garlic. This episode is packed with practical tips and personal stories to inspire your cooking journey!
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Raw Beef Eating Safety Insights
- Eating raw ground beef isn't strange, but safety depends on freshness and grinding method.
- Ground meat can harbor surface pathogens inside, increasing risk if pre-packaged and not freshly ground.
Vampire T-shirt Raw Beef Eater
- At a Mongolian grill, a regular customer wore vampire-themed clothes and ate raw beef loudly.
- He clearly wanted staff to see him eating raw beef every Sunday, making it an unusual spectacle.
Freeze Ginger to Preserve It
- Freeze whole ginger with skin on for months; it grates easily and stays fresh.
- Fresh ginger is preferred over powdered or crystallized for sharp, bright flavor.