The Kitchen Scientist

Saucy, Tangy, Golden Cauliflower to Make This Week

Cauliflower

Saucy, Tangy, Golden Cauliflower to Make This Week

From his cookbook "The Flavor Equation," Nik Sharma's turmeric kefir sauce gets along with any roasted vegetable.

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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.

Food Science

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.