A TikTok foodie has shared a nifty trick that promises to maximise the juice you get from your citrus fruits by microwaving them for just 20 seconds before juicing. EmpireIQ (@zoyawrite804) explained the heat breaks down the cell walls making the lemon softer and easier to squeeze.
A TikTok foodie has shared a nifty trick that promises to maximise the juice you get from your citrus, adding just 20 seconds to your cooking prep time. User EmpireIQ divulged several kitchen hacks aimed at "saving time and reducing waste," with juicing at the forefront.
"Microwave your lemons for 20 seconds before juicing," the account suggested. "This simple trick doubles the amount of juice you'll get." EmpireIQ explained the rationale behind this technique: "The heat breaks down the cell walls making the lemon softer and easier to squeeze. It's perfect for recipes, cocktails or a zesty lemonade."
READ MORE: 'I still can't get over what I was charged for two Cokes and fries at Co-op Live... how can they think it's acceptable?'But it doesn't stop there; the tip is also effective for other citrus fruits. "This hack works for limes and oranges too," EmpireIQ noted. "Save money and get more juice with less effort. Your citrus fruits will never go to waste again.
Adding to the series of culinary tips, EmpireIQ advised using a spoon instead of a knife to peel ginger due to its "tricky, bumpy surface". They concluded: "The spoon can get into small crevices without cutting too deeply - helping you to preserve more of the root for cooking and juicing." EmpireIQ also shared a clever baking trick for those occasions when you forget to soften your butter in time, explaining that grating is a suitable alternative. "The small shreds soften much faster than a whole stick of butter making it easier to mix into doughs or batters," they said.
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