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Add some citric acid to cleaning powder for cleaning brass and copper ware. They will come out much cleaner.
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Never scrape burnt leftovers from casseroles. Soak in a weak solution of vinegar, salt and soapy warm water for an hour or so. The stuck particles will come off very easily, without scratching the dish.
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If the lemon seems to dry out, or the skin is too stiff, either soak in hot water for 10 minutes or microwave for 30 seconds, before cutting. You will be able to extract maximum juice this way.
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If curd has turned sour, tie in cloth for a while (1/2-1 hour) remove in bowl add enough milk to get required consistency, beat well. The sourness will be gone. Use in raithas, rices, etc.
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To make soft puris and chappatis, the dough should be mixed properly and rested for atleast 20 minutes. Measure 1 cup atta to 1/2 cup boiling water. In a shallow dish, pour 1/2 cup water and 2-3 drops of oil and salt to taste.. Sprinkle the atta over it, stirring gently with the end of a ladle or serving spoon, till a mass is formed. After a minute, knead with your hand to make a soft ball. Cover for 20 minutes, then use as required.
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To avoid handi dishes from burning at the bottom, place a tawa (griddle) on the fire, heat, place Handi on the griddle, put the flame on lowest. This will ensure that the handi does not get any Excess heat, causing the contents to burn. Also choose a handi that has a heavy bottom.
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Do not sieve wheat flour with a very fine sieve, as all the bran and subsequently the fibre Will be lost.
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Pour milk along inner wall of slightly tilted glass in a thin stream, to avoid its mixing with the lower layers in the glass. Straighten the glass carefully. Also chill glasses well before using.
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Use a pair of scissors instead of a knife for cutting hot vegetables like chillies and also leafy greens like spinach, celery, coriander, etc. Your work will get done much faster. Take care to use a clean, non-rusty pair used only for kitchen purposes.
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Soiled Jogging Shoes
Soak dirty jogging shoes overnight, drain out dirty water and run in the washing machine for a gentle wash using detergent. They will come out very clean.
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Glass And Crystal
Put a handful of salt in the rinsing water for glass and crockery for a cleaner, crystal clear wash.
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For ease in rolling bhakris, etc. without soiling the rolling board, just slip the board into a Large polythene bag, and tuck the loose sides under the board, before placing it down. To roll other chappatis, just slip out the board from the bag.
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Do not wash eggs when you store them. There is a "coating" on eggs that helps in keeping odours and bacteria from entering.
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If karanjias are used after too many days and feel stale, warm them for 1/2 to 1 minute in the microwave oven before serving. They will taste freshly fried.
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Adding a cupful of grated carrot or beetroot to the coconut while making coconut burfi will give you natural colouring and nutritional benefits.
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Electronic Items
Clean stains from electronic items like tvs, computers, etc. with some cotton douzed in spirit. Follow with a soft clean moist cloth, and finally a dry flannel cloth.
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Peel and cut potatoes and boil them in water to which a little vinegar is added. They will be done in no time and will retain the texture as well.
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Add a few pinches of turmeric, a small spoon of ghee, to dal before pressure cooking. This will impart a better flavour to the dal.
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Use a mechanical or electrical chopper for chopping, semipureeing veggies, etc. since it cuts down making time drastically.
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To clean dirty copper utensils: Fill a spray bottle with vinegar in which 3 tbsp. of salt has been added. Spray solution on utensil liberally. Set aside for a while. Rub clean with a soft cloth.
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