The deep, curved shape is not only ideal for authentic Chinese stir-fried dishes, it can also be used for frying, steaming or even making...

STIR FRYING Stir frying allows all the ingredients in the wok to be cooked at the same time. First heat the wok, the add a small amount...

To make pastry, fit the plastic mixing blade or double bladed knife, according to your machine. Cut fat into small pieces Add flour and...

Use the fine disc for foods such as cucumber or mushrooms. The medium slicing disc is ideal for potatoes, onions and fruit. The thickest...

Lay the chicken on its back. Hold the leg and thigh and pull away from the body. Cut The skin between the two pull leg away, cutting all...

Using a pair of scissors, remove the fins from upper and lower parts of the body. Remove the scales by running the blunt edge of the...

Choosing Saucepans & Frying pans Choose sizes suitable for your cooking and type of cooker. (When short on space, stacking pans are...

Kitchen knives are made from stainless steel, making them easy to clean, but more difficult to sharpen. Many knives are available, each...

Sieves & Colanders Available in metal or plastic. Metal is generally far more hard wearing and practical. Sieves, used for sifting,...

Peelers There are many types of peeler available for peeling fruit and vegetables. They are available tailored specifically for either...

Barbecues are perfect for al fresco eating during the summer. Easy to set up with the simplest of equipment, the barbecue provides...

A simple garnish can make any dish look special. Here are a few ideas for you to try, but with a little thought and imagination you can...

Marinating tenderises meat or fish and gives a dish a subtle flavour. Learn the basic ingredients then experiment with your own...

Food processors now take much of the hard work out preparing food by chopping, grating, mixing and blending in seconds. Food processors...

Cooking a whole bird need not be a time consuming and complicated ordeal. These three easy steps show you just how simple it can be to...

Traditionally used in Chinese cooking, the wok is becoming an essential piece of equipment for the modern cook. Highly versatile, it...

Using a pair of scissors, remove all the fins from the body. Lay the fish flat, using a sharp knife cut off the head in a half circle...

Fresh or dried, every one of the huge variety of herbs has its own distinctive flavour. They are an essential ingredient in many a recipe...

Fresh herbs improve both the flavour and the appearance of a dish. But as they are not always available, freezing or drying herbs ensures...

Herbs are often added to oils and vinegars that are used to flavour salad dressings and vegetable dishes. Use a combination of herbs, or...