There are nothing more satisfying than hearing the crackling sound of the tadka in the food. This tempering of ghee or butter along with the spices takes the food from ordinary to extraordinary. Without it, something feels missing, right? While the tadka recipe is not difficult, the main problem is that the oil can spill while making it, which can easily burn your hands and leave stubborn oil stains in your kitchen. And we are sure you don’t want that. If you are hesitant to make tadka, we have a viral hack that will help you make it like a pro just like your mom. This tip will be a lifesaver for all you amateur cooks out there as well.
The video of this viral hack has been shared by Masterchef Prachi Agarkar on her Instagram page. In the video, she explains how to make tadka without any oil splatter and mess. Wondering how you can do this? Well, the magic ingredient is salt! All you need to do is sprinkle a little after heating ghee or oil in the pan. Then, add all the rest of the tempering ingredients as you normally would. She explains that the salt helps absorb excess moisture, which prevents oil splatter and burning your hands.
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You can watch the full video below:
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The hack was found quite useful by the internet and garnered a lot of reactions in the comments section. One person wrote, “This reminds me of my childhood days – an amazing hack.” Another commented, “Oooh! This is awesome. I didn’t know just adding a little salt could do this. It’s also quite painful, especially when you are shooting and holding the camera. It goes straight to your hands.” A third user shared, “Haha! This happens to me often. Thanks for sharing this. No more looking like a shield soldier while cooking.”
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“Thank you so much, Prachi! This is an amazing hack. I will try it soon,” added another. A fifth user commented, “This reminds me of my friend; she always ran out!” “I was like this when I first started cooking. Wish I knew this trick then!” commented a sixth person. “Awesome! Thank you for this hack! Will definitely keep this in mind!” added another.
What do you think about this viral hack? Would you like to try it? Let us know in the comments section below!