50 Culinary Secrets from Chefs You Must Remember in the Kitchen

1. Prepare clarified butter by separating milk solids for more stable cooking at high temperatures.
2. Use fresh herbs at the end of cooking to preserve flavor and freshness.
3. Use coarse salt in caramel to emphasize sweetness and add complexity of flavors.
4. Chill cookie dough before baking for a chewy texture and to retain uniform shape.
5. Add a bit of coffee to chocolate cakes to enhance chocolate flavor.
6. Slow-fry onions to develop a deep sweet flavor (caramelization).
7. Use very cold water to rinse crisp vegetables to maintain their freshness.
8. Use a toaster to make homemade croutons quickly and cleanly.
9. Rub fresh garlic on toast for a subtle flavor.
10. Use pasta water in cooking sauces to add richness and flavor to the sauce.

11. Add a pinch of salt to cakes to emphasize sweetness.
12. Use a piping bag to create smooth and shaped mashed potatoes.
13. Add vinegar to boiling water for hard-boiled eggs to make peeling easier.
14. Use lemon or orange zest to add freshness to desserts and dishes.
15. Infuse herbs in olive oil to enhance salad flavors.
16. Use ice water for cooking green vegetables to maintain their vibrant color.
17. Reduce wine in sauces to strengthen the deep flavor.
18. Use a cast iron skillet for even heat distribution.
19. Heat dry spices in a pan to intensify the aroma.
20. Freeze grated butter for easy addition to cakes and doughs.

21. Mix doughs with cold hands to maintain pastry crispiness.
22. Use baking paper for uniform pancakes to prevent sticking.
23. Oil a knife before cutting sticky ingredients, like figs or fondant.
24. Use a little water instead of oil when stir-frying herbs to release delicate flavors.
25. Coat chicken with a cornstarch mixture for crispiness.
26. Soak nuts in water to soften and improve digestion.
27. Roast tomatoes for sauce to enhance their natural sweetness.
28. Use a food processor to make homemade nut butter.
29. Add baking soda to cooking water for legumes to shorten cooking time.
30. Freeze grapes as natural 'ice cubes' for drinks.

31. Lightly roast garlic in the oven for sweetness and to add deep flavor to spreads.
32. Treat meat with dry salt to tenderize and deepen flavor.
33. Use a wooden spoon to prevent boiling water overflow.
34. Coat fish with breadcrumbs mixed with fresh herbs.
35. Use a whisk to mix cold sauces for a more uniform texture.
36. Add a pinch of cinnamon to meat dishes for a surprising flavor twist.
37. Add a little sugar to tomato sauce to balance acidity.
38. Use boiling water to peel tomatoes easily.
39. Soak vegetables in saltwater before frying to enhance crispiness.
40. Use vegetable peels to make rich stock.

41. Incorporate nutritional yeast in sauces to give a cheesy flavor to vegan dishes.
42. Quickly fry fruits with butter and sugar for an easy and quick dessert.
43. Brush pastries with egg white to retain a beautiful golden color.
44. Use ice water after infusing herbs to ensure a vibrant green color.
45. Soak rice in water before cooking for a softer texture.
46. Use a little sugar for meat caramelization in a pan.
47. Soften butter in the microwave with a cup of hot water quickly and evenly.
48. Preserve citrus peels by drying, then grinding into aromatic powder.
49. Soak chopped onions in cold water to reduce pungency.
50. Use baking powder in meat marinades for tenderizing.

In conclusion, with these tricks, you can improve efficiency, taste, and enjoyment in the kitchen - just like professional chefs!