Garlic or Onion First in Tempering? Chef Vishnu Manohar Reveals the Secret!
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News18•13-01-2026, 14:01
Garlic or Onion First in Tempering? Chef Vishnu Manohar Reveals the Secret!
- •Tempering is crucial for a dish's taste; a wrong order can spoil the flavor.
- •Common tempering ingredients include mustard seeds, cumin, curry leaves, asafoetida, garlic, and onion.
- •The dilemma arises with garlic and onion due to their moisture content and cooking characteristics.
- •Chef Vishnu Manohar advises adding garlic paste first and sautéing until brown before adding onion.
- •For best results, finely chop or coarsely grind garlic instead of making a smooth paste.
Why It Matters: Add garlic paste first and brown it before adding onion for perfect tempering, says Chef Vishnu Manohar.
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