Members Of This Online Community Are Debunking Cooking “Hacks”, Here Are 24 Of The Worst Ones
In the quest for culinary efficiency, we've all come across those clever-sounding cooking hacks that promise to simplify our lives in the kitchen. However, upon closer inspection, some of these hacks prove to be overcomplicated, pointless, or downright unhelpful.
The Reddit Community Speaks Out
Recently, a netizen turned to Reddit's r/Cooking community to share their most despised cooking tricks. The post garnered over 5K upvotes and sparked a lively discussion among fellow cooks, who shared their own experiences with these supposedly "genius" hacks.
The Worst Cooking Hacks Revealed
Some of the most egregious offenders include:
- Using a plastic water bottle to separate egg yolks
- Pulling stems of cilantro through a hole to get the leaves off
- Microwave plate or trays that claim to cook items better
- Dumping dry pasta, slices of cheese, and milk in a casserole dish and cooking it all at once
- Using a garlic press for ginger
- Slicing mushrooms with an egg slicer
- Cooking in the microwave (yes, even mug cakes)
- Using a hydraulic press to make pesto
- Using cooked chicken bones in broth
Experts and home cooks alike agree that many of these hacks are unnecessary, time-consuming, or downright ineffective. So, the next time you come across one of these supposedly "brilliant" cooking tricks, take a closer look before committing to trying it out.
The Power of Simple Tools
As one ex-chef from a 2 Michelin-starred kitchen noted, "90%+ of kitchen jobs can be solved with just a few good quality tools: a chopping board, chef's knife, peeler, mixing bowl, frying pan, saucepan/stockpot. Investing in these basics will make your cooking life so much easier."
By embracing simplicity and relying on tried-and-true techniques, home cooks can save time, reduce stress, and produce delicious meals with ease.
A Call to Action
To the culprits behind these cooking hacks, we say: it's time to come clean. Share your own experiences with failed cooking hacks in the comments below, and let's work together to create a more honest and helpful community in the kitchen.