foto: Instagram/@rumah.kamali
Brilio.net - Frying or sauting with oil is a cooking technique that is often used to produce delicious and aromatic food. From frying chicken to sauting vegetables, hot oil plays an important role in creating the desired texture and taste. The process of cooking with this oil is also quite practical and fast, making it a favorite choice in everyday kitchens.
However, one of the challenges often faced when frying or sauting is the splash of hot oil that can injure hands. When food that still contains water or moisture is put into hot oil, the rapid reaction between oil and water can cause an explosion that spreads in all directions. In addition, the high temperature of the oil increases the risk of burns if not careful when cooking.
To avoid these hazards, it is important to take precautions, such as drying food before adding it to the pan, using a safety lid, or adding ingredients slowly. In addition, using the right kitchen tools, such as long spatulas and heat-resistant gloves, can also help protect your hands from dangerous oil splashes.
For maximum protection, you can also apply a trick from Instagram user @rumah.kamali. Through one of the videos uploaded, he admitted to relying on a simple trick to prevent oil splashes. After investigating, the technique used was to sprinkle salt on the surface of the pan.
photo: Instagram/@rumah.kamali
As reported by BrilioFood from Instagram @rumah.kamali on Wednesday (22/1), the first thing to do is to make sure the pan or cooking utensil is dry first. Then turn on the stove and pour enough oil for frying or sauteing. Then sprinkle enough salt on the surface of the pan that has been given oil.
photo: Instagram/@rumah.kamali
After that, you can immediately put in the food ingredients that you want to stir-fry or fry. Well, sprinkling salt in the oil before frying can help reduce splashes because salt has the ability to absorb moisture. When the oil is heated, the remaining water in the pan or from the food ingredients that are put in can cause a violent reaction between the oil and water, which leads to explosions and splashes.
photo: Instagram/@rumah.kamali
Salt sprinkled on the bottom of the pan will absorb any remaining water that may remain, thus reducing direct interaction between hot oil and water. In addition, salt also helps distribute heat more evenly across the surface of the pan, so that the oil temperature remains stable and minimizes the risk of sudden explosions. In this way, the use of salt not only increases safety when frying, but also helps produce a more controlled and comfortable cooking process.
This video about the trick to prevent oil splashes when frying or sauting has been watched more than 22 thousand times. Who would have thought, many other Instagram users then gave direct responses through the comments column. Most even admitted that they had just found out about the trick.
"I just found out, thank you for sharing," said Instagram @rumahmille_.
"I really like wearing a helmet," said Instagram @rumahgres.
"Thanks for the tips, I usually use flour, but it turns out I can use salt," concluded Instagram @dewimoeljadi.
"Wooo, I just found out... thanks for opening it," wrote the Instagram account @rumah.gizee.
"Must try, so you don't scream anymore," commented the Instagram account @rins.home.
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