Do you need to poke holes in potatoes before microwaving?
Chef's answer
Don't Forget to Poke Use a fork and poke the potato four or five times on each side. These little holes allow steam to escape while the potato is cooking. Forget to poke, and your potato could end up exploding in your microwave from the pent-up steam. It's both messy and a serious dinner let-down.
Frequently asked Questions 🎓
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The FDA Food Code states that fish eaten raw should be frozen at -4 degrees Fahrenheit for a minimum of seven days, or for 15 hours at a temperature of -31 degrees F. ... That's why a poke recipe usually recommends using frozen salmon instead of fresh salmon.
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For this poke recipe, use wild-caught salmon or tuna, but salmon gives the dish a twist and also some extra omega-3s. A tip about using raw fish: Only do so if you're certain the fish is sushi-grade. Buy it from a reputable fishmonger, and ask them specifically if it's safe to use for a raw preparation.
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Yes, you should poke holes in steak. That way, marinades permeate it better.
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Never, ever prick a sausage. ... But fat is the flavour, and if you want to avoid fat you should avoid sausages. Low-fat sausages are about as pointless as dehydrated water. Cook sausages slowly over low heat on a greased grill, turning several times.
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To prevent the casings from splitting, use the tines of a fork to poke holes all over the hot dogs and cook them over indirect heat on the grill grate. Doing so allows steam to escape and avoids burning the exterior before you're finished cooking.
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The only time you should ever consider poking holes in a steak is when you are using a less tender cut of meat and are marinating it before cooking. The holes will allow the marinate to permeate the meat and break down the meat (muscle) and tenderize it as well as give it flavor. ... And it won't make the meat "tender"..
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For this poke recipe, use wild-caught salmon or tuna, but salmon gives the dish a twist and also some extra omega-3s. A tip about using raw fish: Only do so if you're certain the fish is sushi-grade. Buy it from a reputable fishmonger, and ask them specifically if it's safe to use for a raw preparation.
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