Drying Articles, Blogs And HowTo

We all kind of know how to dry lemon peel, but how many of us know how to dry lemon ?  Lemons can be sliced and dried. These dry slices can be used as garnish in drinks or even powdered and added to many a recipe. Let us see how to dry lemons… ... -

How to dry cheese so as to increase its shelf life without spoilage or loss of nutrient value? Dried cheese can also be powdered and used. Let us examine the methods used for drying cheese…         ... -

Do you wonder about how to dry  an egg ?  Well, both cooked and raw eggs can be dried and used in a number of ways.Read on to learn about the process.        Steps to Dry Raw Eggs Select only... -

Wondering how to dry banana to store it for later use? Well, it is very simple as bananas dry quickly when compared to other fruits.  Dry bananas  can be conveniently carried along during camping or trekking trips. Let us see how to dry them easily at... -

Knowing how to dry seafood would certainly clear all your doubts regarding the process. Drying seafood is one of the safest ways to increase its shelf life.  Seafoods that are commonly dried before being used are the fishes, followed closely by shrimps.... -

How to dry plum or make prunes? Prunes or dried plums are used in a number of recipes including stewing them . and here is a list of methods  for drying the fruits  at home easily…       ... -

Do you know how to dry coconut ? The best way to increase the shelf life of a coconut is to shred it and dry it. That way, it stores for longer and you can use it as a regular ingredient in various recipes . It is very easy to dry coconut at home. Read... -

If you know how to dry cauliflower , you can use this versatile vegetable in soups, stews, and sauces even when it is not available at your nearest grocer's shop. Drying cauliflower follows similar steps as drying any vegetable. Let us see how to... -

Knowing how to dry vegetables  allows usage of non-seasonal produce. All you have to do is to dry seasonal vegetables for use later. The process is inexpensive, and is one of the best methods for preserving food for use during leaner times. Drying... -

  If you have freshly harvested nuts and are wondering about  how to dry nuts …just read on, for the blog explains the process by which nuts can be dried at home with ease. Nuts are usually dried with their shells intact so that the... -

Learn how to dry dates since this would allow you to afford a large supply quite economically. Drying dates can be done using easily available kitchen appliances. Given below are the simple steps which you can follow to dry them with ease… ... -

How to dry onion so as to use it at a much later date. Drying onions is by far the best way to preserve and store it. Onions can be dried at home in the oven, under the sun or in dehydrator. These are the methods that can be easily followed to dry onions at... -

Learn how to dry rice and unravel the secret to traditional fried rice. Drying rice in the freezer also increases its shelf life. Most of us would have noticed that homemade fried rice is not the same as restaurant fried rice. The texture and taste of... -

Learn how to dry apricot at home since it is the easiest and natural way to preserve these delicious fruits. Drying apricot would enable you to store them at room temperature and use as and when needed in delicious apricot recipes. Home drying  would... -

Learn how to dry apple at home since it is the easiest way to preserve them. Apples can be dried easily at home with all the nutrients intact. Dried apples can be stored at room temperature and hence, score over their frozen counterparts.  Let us see... -

Want to use dry orange peel in recipes but do not know how to dry orange peel? Orange peel can be dried under the sun or even in the oven, if you want it very quick. Dried orange peel can be added to many dishes for a mild lingering citrus flavor. Read on... -

Wondering how to dry ginger ? Do not fret, for this blog outlines the easiest way to dry ginger at home. Drying ginger is one of the best ways to preserve ginger for use later on. Ginger can be preserved in vodka too where it remains fresh for a very... -

Fresh corn does not have a long shelf life, but on drying, corn can be stored and used later. In this blog, you will learn how to dry corn. The easiest way to dry corn for future use is to dry it on the cob, in the oven. Read on to know how to dry corn at... -

  How to dry pasta  can be quite a tricky question. Drying pasta is the perfect way to keep it free from spoilage when storing it at home. All individuals who use fresh homemade pasta should know a few ways to  store it for later use.... -

  How to dry meat was an oft practiced art, back in the old days. The people of America, Africa, Asia as well as Europe were skilled in the procedure of drying meat which gave them a chewy and delicious snack item, sustaining them... -

  How to dry tomato is not a question that you may been overtly bothered with. After all why would you want a withered version of the luscious, red fruit that enlivens your dishes? But the dried form has its benefits too. For one,... -

  How to dry fish is a technique considered to be a lost art. It was the native Indians who advised the European settlers about the method. Drying fish actually helps the fish to retain its proteins for a longer period of time as... -

  Drying mushrooms  is a process worth learning indeed! You can certainly preserve a huge lot of them by drying to keep a supply of mushrooms always ready. There is nothing difficult about the procedure. In fact, once you read through these... -

        You need to dry butter beans to can or store them. Butter beans or lima beans are one of healthy legumes which are rich in protein. Bean plants grow easily on moderate soil and are very low on... -

Here is how to dry a precooked roast quickly using the latest methods. After the meat is dried, it can be stored for up to two months when the drying is done at home. Commercially dried meats may even last up to an entire year. A precooked roast must be... -

Are you looking for ways to dry fresh ginger? Here are a few tips on How to dry fresh ginger and use it. Drying and using fresh ginger is really easy. Ginger is a rhizome which has been used since the time of the early Asian civilizations. It is... -

If you love to use herbs in your cuisines, you must have felt the need to dry lemongrass , since dry lemongrass is easy to store. Learn how to dry lemongrass for later use so that you can include it in your recipes whenever you feel like and enjoy... -

Paulie and Lincy enquired “How to steam pumpkin before dehydrating ?” This year they had too many pumpkins at their place which they wanted to use throughout year.  I should say that pumpkin is indeed a great vegetable and it is quite easy to steam... -

If you are fond of French or Italian cuisine, you must know how to dry truffles for later use . In case you do not know about truffles – you need to know that this is a type of fungi which is used in several cuisines to enhance the tastes of food.... -

Popcorn is a popular snack among kids and grown ups too as it provides protein, iron and calcium. Here are tips on How To Dry Popcorn For Long-Term Storage. Step 1: If you want to increase the shelf life of popcorns, the very first step is to let... -

Whether you love the taste of fruits during the winter, or you simply love to learn new and interesting ways to prepare food, you may be wondering about how to dry fruit at home . Drying fruit is one way to preserve its delicious flavors for the winter. If... -

Dry Shiitake tea, Shiitake soup with rice vermicelli, shiitake stir-fry, Shiitake omelet are just few of the delicacies that can be prepared from Shiitakes. If you like using this oriental ingredient then it is only practical that you learn how to dry... -

Ever tried adding  homemade dried chili seeds  in your recipes? Properly dried chili seeds last for a long time and not only add the much needed pungency to your food but are also great for gardening purposes. Not sure how to dry them at home? Then... -

If the steakhouse beef always tastes better than the homemade version, then it’s time, you give them a strong competition by learning how to dry age beef Alton Brown style! Yes, only when you have learnt how to dry age beef Alton Brown style, will you... -

Moonflower is beautiful evening blooming flowers that come from vine plant called Ipomoea alba. Since the moonflower is an annual plant, drying the moonflower seeds is an excellent way to ensure you have enough moonflower seeds to replant the vine every year.... -

Lima beans, also known as butter beans are an excellent source of protein. Growing lima beans at home is easy and drying Lima beans is easier; moreover home dried lima beans taste awesomely better than store bought lima beans. Today I will share some easy... -

Green beans are a great source of essential nutrients and are easily digestible.  They are good in any form. Although they are used fresh in most recipes, they can be dried and used in recipes too. Dehydrated beans last long enough that they can be availed... -

I love to grow rosemary; they are easy to grow, fill my porch with a lovely aroma and provide a fresh stock of herbs for my recipes. However, until recently I could enjoy them only in the summers, come winter I would have to go back to my good old store... -

Fresh basil leaves need to be dried in the right way so that their flavor doesn’t get wasted. My mom taught me how to dry fresh basil when we were growing them in our garden and had many leaves leftover. The only way to lengthen their lives was to dry them... -

On my recent visit to my cousin’s house I came across these beautifully carved bowls and circular bird houses; I was astonished when she said she had crafted them herself after drying her bumper crop of bushel gourds! I never knew gourds could be home... -