The Kitchen Scientist

The Savory Power of Kala Namak, aka Black Salt

Pantry

The Savory Power of Kala Namak, aka Black Salt

In his latest Kitchen Scientist column, Nik Sharma explores this invaluable ingredient, from where it’s produced to how to cook with it.

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The Umami-Rich Science of Nutritional Yeast, Marmite & Vegemite

In this month’s Kitchen Scientist, Nik Sharma explores yeast extracts—savory super-ingredients to always keep in the pantry.

Onion

Why Do Onions Make Us Cry? And How Do We Make Them Stop?

Nik Sharma has the answers in his latest Kitchen Scientist column.

Rice

Do You Really Need to Wash Rice? Nik Sharma Has Thoughts.

It’s a quick step, but is it worth it? This month’s Kitchen Scientist breaks down the whys and hows.

Could Salt Make Coffee Taste Better?

Coffee

Could Salt Make Coffee Taste Better?

We asked cookbook author and molecular biologist Nik Sharma. The answer depends on a lot—including your genetics.

by: Nik Sharma|August 16, 2020
This Strawberry-Washing Hack Is All Over the Internet. But Does It Work?

Kitchen Hacks

This Strawberry-Washing Hack Is All Over the Internet. But Does It Work?

This technique trended on TikTok as a way to draw out bugs (eek!). Cookbook author and molecular biologist Nik Sharma puts it to the test.

by: Nik Sharma|July  9, 2020

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