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What should you do before pan-frying firm tofu?

For perfectly crispy tofu every time, it's important to remove as much liquid as you can.   
Use the pressing method by placing firm tofu between kitchen paper towels, stacking a heavy object on top and leaving for 15 minutes.

Remove as much liquid as possible

How do chia seeds change in texture once they’ve absorbed liquid?

Immersed in some liquid, nutritional chia seeds absorb the moisture to become gel-like in texture.   
Perfect in puddings, jams and anything where you want to limit how runny your liquid is.

Form a gel-like consistency

What should you do before cooking quinoa?

Ready in just 15 minutes, quinoa is delightfully easy to cook and has the unique feature of being a complete protein that contains all nine essential amino acids. Just give it a rinse in water before cooking to help remove bitterness.   
If you have time before cooking, you could even soak your quinoa for anywhere up to 12 hours overnight.

Rinse and wash to remove bitterness

At what temperature does coconut oil melt?

The change between liquid and solid isn't a sign of anything wrong with your coconut oil – room temperature just happens to be its melting point.  
At 24-25 degrees, coconut oil will liquify, turning into an easy-to-pour oil. At any temperature below, it'll stay solid, with a buttery softness.

24-25 degrees Celsius

Use-by date aside, which of the following is NOT a sign that almond spread has expired?

A layer of almond oil forming at the top of your almond spread is perfectly normal. Just stir back into the spread before using.

If a layer of oil forms at the top of the spread

How does the preparation method for gluten-free pasta (made from buckwheat or quinoa) differ from regular pasta?

Nothing intimidating or unusual about pasta made from buckwheat or quinoa.  
Prepare your pasta in the exact same way as you always have – boil in salted water for as long as the packet instructs.

Prepare in the same way as regular pasta

What is cashew spread often described as?

Also known as cashew butter, cashew spread is one of the creamiest nut butters you'll find.   
Use it as a cream replacement in pastas for some plant-based goodness or spread it on toast as you would peanut or almond butter.

Creamy

What should you always do before using soy or almond milk?

Because soy and almond milks are made from grains and nuts, the top of the milk can get a bit watery as the soy/almond settles. Giving the bottle a quick shake before you use it ensures the best tasting milk each and every time.

Shake it

There's nothing more important than mastering the basics. And while you're not overly familiar with the more unusual ingredients, it's only a matter of time before you venture beyond oats, rice and olive oil, and start whipping up dishes using chia, quinoa and coconut oil. Check out the [Macro range](https://shop.countdown.co.nz/shop/productgroup/124511) at Countdown.

Mastering the basics

You're not afraid to try new recipes and love the thrill when a new dish turns out exactly as you'd hoped. If you're looking for new, high quality products to help you mix things up in the kitchen, check out the [Macro range](https://shop.countdown.co.nz/shop/productgroup/124511) at Countdown.

Budding cook

You know your way around the kitchen like the back of your hand and there's not a recipe you're afraid to tackle or a new ingredient you're unwilling to try. To take things to the next level, check out the [Macro range](https://shop.countdown.co.nz/shop/productgroup/124511) at Countdown.

Home cook extraordinaire

You're basically a hatted chef. Nothing about cooking fazes you, and you actively seek out new ingredients to take your cooking to the next level and even try to invent recipes of your own. Check out the [Macro range](https://shop.countdown.co.nz/shop/productgroup/124511) at Countdown.

Awaiting your Michelin star

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