3 Chef Techniques
Photo: André Baranowski
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Washing Greens
Simply rinsing salad greens before using them can leave behind unwanted soil. When David Tanis, author of A Platter of Figs, washes salad greens, he follows these steps to eliminate all traces of grit. Fill a clean sink or basin with cold water. Discard the lettuces' tough outer leaves and trim away stems. Gently agitate the lettuces in the water; allow any soil to sink to the bottom. Form a net with your hands and lift the lettuces, allowing water to drain through your fingers. Transfer greens in batches to several kitchen towels. Stack the towels in layers, roll loosely, and refrigerate. |
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