Contest| "Tools to Spark Culinary Inspiration #5"

^{13 Spetember 2024
Bangladesh 🇧🇩}

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Accidents in the kitchen is a part of our everyday life. Being a woman of Bangladeshi origin, it is very much a norm for me to spend hours in the kitchen. But if some precaution is not taken, then even simple activities may result in some incidences. Burning and other cooking disasters can occur at anytime, thus everyone needs to keep on being very careful.

What is a kitchen accident? Explain at least 3 kitchen accidents you have experienced.

3 Common Kitchen Accidents :

🔹 Gas Leakage or Fire Outbreak:
In case of a gas stove, when it is left on and is not properly turned off; this will cause the leakage of the gas and even makes fire outbreaks. For instance, my mother in-law was cooking and left the gas stove on. Luckily, she was able to realize that there was a problem because she smelled the gas. But this could have been very much dangerous.

🔹Burns from Oil:

^{About four months ago i had burn my hand 🥹😭}

In Bangladeshi cooking oil is used in frying the foods is widely and frequently used. Frying was once a dreadful experience because one time while frying the oil boiled and splattered and my hand which I used in covering the pan got burnt. Sometimes such accidents occur while the food is frying in hot oil.

🔹Cuts from Knives:

Carefully i use this knives

No matter how careful one is when cutting fish, chopping meat or carving vegetables one must always be careful not to cut themselves with a knife. There was a incident that happened in the kitchen I recently chopped some onions on the middle of the chopping, I injured my finger. That is why I discovered how such cutting accidents are very common in kitchen.

In what ways can we prevent kitchen accidents? (Explain 5 ways)

5 Ways to Prevent Kitchen Accidents :

🔹Be Mindful of Clothing:
Do not wear loose cloth or sarees while cooking in the kitchen. These can easily catch fire. When cooking in the kitchen one should wear clothes that are tight but moderately.

🔹Careful with Knife Usage:
When knife is being used, it is advisable not to rush in the process, work slowly. Sometimes, we make a lot of hurry to complete work or finish it up in a short time this is dangerous. Be careful, when using the knife and cutting vegetables or fish for.

🔹 Caution When Handling Hot Items:

	I use this thick dry cloth in my Kitchen

Concerning handling of hot items, certain precaution has to be taken while handling them or moving them around. For handling hot dishes I normally use a thick dry cloth.

🔹Quickly Clean Wet Floors:

^{This cotton mop i use in my kitchen}

In case the floor is wet, people can slip and this is dangerous. As a result, kitchen should always be free from any traces of dampness. so if some liquid is spilled on the floor then it should be wiped immediately.

🔹Children Safety: If the small children accompany their parents to the kitchen, then the proper precautions need to be made. Small children should not have access and should not touch anything that is sharp, hot stove, or gas.

What is first aid for kitchen accidents? List 3 first aid for kitchen accidents.

3 First Aid for Kitchen Accidents:

🔹Applying Cold Water to Burns:

	I use this burna cream

In case one has been burned by hot oil or fire then the initial care is rinsing the part using cold water. This will help reduce pains as well as bring down the level of heat on the affected skin. Later, the gel of aloe vera or burn ointment should be applied on the affected area.

🔹 Disinfecting Cuts:

	Antiseptic Disinfectant

If it has been cut by a knife then an antiseptic lotion should react on the cut areas. After that, apply a sterile cloth or dressing fabric on the area to reduce the chances of getting an infection.

🔹Applying Ointment for Blisters:
When there is formation of blister from hot water or liquid ointment should be applied on the blistered area. if the blister is large, the individual should see a doctor.

What is the difference between refined spice and natural spice? Which do you prefer and why?

Natural Spice vs. Refined Spice:

		Refined spice

As for me, natural spices should be used in cooking rather than all those refined spices. Whole spices include such spices like cardamom, cinnamon, ginger-garlic etc offer a much better flavor to foods. Refined spices such as turmeric powder, chili powder etc are easily available but are not very healthy in most cases.

I like using natural spices that are not manufactured with chemicals or preservatives which affect the health. Besides, natural spices have unique smell and taste compared to refined ones, making the food to have a amazing test.

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