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How Is a Wok Different From a Sauté Pan or Skillet?

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Woks, sauté pans, and skillets have similar purposes, but approach cooking in very different ways. Your favorite places to eat in Meridian might even use all three. Woks are predominantly used in Asian cuisine, offered at restaurants such as Ling & Louie’s Asian Bar and Grill in Meridian. While sauté pans and skillets can sometimes be used interchangeably, cooking with a wok is a very specific activity.  Sauté Pans Are for Searing, Sautéing, and Sauces Sauté pans are characterized by straight, high sides. They are typically larger than a frying pan or skillet. Sauté pans have a large surface area and cook evenly through the bottom surface. They are commonly used for searing, sautéing, or reducing a pan sauce. Their high sides make it easier to keep the food within contained. Skillets Are for Frying and Cooking Quickly A skillet is roughly the same size as a sautépan but has less surface area as it features sloped sides. Skillets are often referred to as fryi

Flavor Experiences to Seek Out in the Treasure Valley

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The Treasure Valley is home to a great number of places where one can have a culinary adventure. For some, exploring the creative restaurants and happy hours around town are part of what makes a trip to Meridian or Eagle so great. If you’re looking to try something new on your next culinary outing, consider these suggestions of flavor experiences to seek out in the Treasure Valley.               Something with a Twist Why order the same old thing over and over again when you can experience a classic with a twist? Have the best of both worlds by enjoying a comforting, familiar meal while stepping outside of your culinary comfort zone and taking a risk. How can one experience this, you might ask? Homemade meatloaf with a side of wasabi mashed potatoes just might be the answer. Something Even More Refreshing On that note, why order the same drink every time you head to a happy hour in Eagle ID ? Grab a deal and a new experience by asking for your signature cocktai