Heat 2 to 3 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork — or anything — and stir-fry for 2 to 3 ...

Making roux on the stovetop takes at least 45 minutes of continuous cooking and stirring, and my arm gets tired. Claire is Lifehacker's Senior Food Editor. She has a B.S. in chemistry, a decade of ...

With a classic Cajun spice mix, a deeply-flavorful brown roux, and tofu, black-eyed peas, and mushrooms, our vegetarian gumbo ...

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. On a cookie sheet, place 3-4 cups all-purpose flour keeping 1 inch away from the sides of the pan. Place in the pan in the oven. Make sure and stir every 30 minutes. If ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. There are many fundamental skills that all home cooks should learn, as they serve as building blocks for more challenging recipes. They ...

A roux is a thickening agent made by cooking equal parts fat and flour until it's smooth, rich, and creamy. It can be used in any dish that needs more body and a silky finish, which is what makes it a ...