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QUICK FIXES FOR COMMON COOKING MISHAPS
Too Spicy ("Painfully Chilli")
Solution: Balance the heat with acidity and sweetness—add lime or lemon juice and a touch of sugar or maple syrup. To neutralise the spice for extra relief, incorporate a fatty ingredient like nut butter, cream, or butter.
Too Bland
Solution: Enhance depth by seasoning with salt and sugar to amplify flavours. A splash of rice wine vinegar or a sprinkle of dried herbs can add brightness. For umami richness, stir in a bit of white or brown miso.
Too Salty
Solution: Counter saltiness with acidity—lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, or rice wine vinegar work well. For vegetable-based dishes, bulk it up with extra unsalted veggies (chopped and sautéed). The key is to dilute without additional salt.
Too Sour Or Tart
Solution: Neutralise excess acidity with a pinch of baking soda (taste and repeat if needed). Sweeten with sugar, maple syrup, or honey. For savoury dishes, caramelised onions can add balancing sweetness.
Too Sweet
Solution: Cut the sweetness with a splash of lemon juice or vinegar and a pinch of sea salt to restore balance.
Too Bitter
Solution: Mellow bitterness with sugar, vegan cream, or butter. This trick also works wonders for overly bitter coffee.
Overcooked Pasta
Solution: Immediately drain and shock with ice water to halt cooking. Shake off excess water, then toss in a pan with olive oil and lightly fry while continuously stirring to revive the texture.
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