Sichuan pepper is one of the most misunderstood ingredients in Chinese cooking, often reduced to its numbing sensation without explaining how or why it works. In this video, I break down how to cook ...

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The sauce that brought the galaxy to its knees. From Rick and Morty. No, McDonalds. Or Mulan? Idk, but it’s good stuff, make ...

Americans might not be drawn immediately to something that makes their mouth go numb, but Szechuan peppercorns, an Asian spice that does just that, is gaining popularity among some chefs. Szechuan ...

What it is: Known to the Chinese as “hua jiao,” this numbing yet addictive spice zings taste buds with its slightly lemony flavor in many popular Szechuan dishes, including Grandma’s Pockmarked Tofu ...