The Kitchen Scientist

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.