KOMPAS.com – Ice cubes are not only useful for cooling drinks, but also have many other benefits in the culinary world.
Many people don’t know that ice cubes can help in various aspects of cooking and serving food more efficiently.
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From maintaining the freshness of food ingredients to helping the cooking process go faster, ice cubes can be a versatile tool in the kitchen.
Come on, find out more about 10 benefits of ice cubes that you might not know, as reported by Tasty And Taste of India.
1. Benefits of Ice Cubes for Cooling Hot Food
Ice cubes can be used to cool hot food quickly, such as freshly cooked soup or stew.
To do this, simply place the pot of food in a large bowl filled with ice water, stir occasionally so that the temperature of the food drops more quickly.
This technique helps speed up the cooling process, keeps food safe and avoids bacterial growth.
2. Reduces Excess Fat in Soups and Sauces
When cooking soup or sauce, there is often a layer of fat floating on top.
Use ice cubes to remove the fat.
To do this, wrap a few ice cubes in a clean cloth or kitchen tissue, then rub it over the surface of the fat.
Ice will crystallize the fat, making it easier for you to remove it without disturbing the taste of the food.
3. Keep the sauce fresh at parties
During a party or event, keeping dips and sauces cold can be a challenge.
Use a large bowl filled with ice to place smaller bowls of sauces or dips.
This way, the sauce will stay fresh without the risk of contamination or loss of flavor due to too high temperatures, especially in hot weather.
4. Helps Peel Fruits and Vegetables Easily
The process of peeling fruit and vegetables such as tomatoes or durian is often a hassle.
