Add drops at a time
A technique for using assertive, pungent liquids like fish sauce, hot sauce, or soy sauce. These are potent — a teaspoon can overpower a whole dish. Add one drop at a time, stir, taste, then decide if more is needed. It's easier to add than to remove.
Used for
- fish sauce
- hot sauce
- soy sauce
- worcestershire sauce
In the kitchen
- drizzle
- stir and taste
- season constantly
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