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Frequently Asked Questions

Is just egg a 1 for 1 swap for chicken eggs in baking? 00:57

Is just egg a 1 for 1 swap for chicken eggs in baking?

In the lesson for making vegetable stock, the instructions say to simmer uncovered. What is the benefit of doing so? 00:26

In the lesson for making vegetable stock, the instructions say to simmer uncovered. What is the benefit of doing so?

So once the liquid from a can of chickpeas is drained, how long can I store it in the refrigerator? How long in the freezer? Does freezing it cause it to loose its egg-like properties? 00:31

So once the liquid from a can of chickpeas is drained, how long can I store it in the refrigerator? How long in the freezer? Does freezing it cause it to loose its egg-like properties?

What is the replacement for oils in baking? 01:29

What is the replacement for oils in baking?

How do you determine which role(s) eggs are playing in a particular recipe so you can pick a substitute with the best characteristics needed? 00:55

How do you determine which role(s) eggs are playing in a particular recipe so you can pick a substitute with the best characteristics needed?

Is it possible to do your course if I am gluten free? 00:37

Is it possible to do your course if I am gluten free?

Can white whole wheat flour be used in place of whole wheat pastry flour? What difference would it make and are any adjustments needed? 00:55

Can white whole wheat flour be used in place of whole wheat pastry flour? What difference would it make and are any adjustments needed?

Would you please explain the difference between cocoa powder, cacao, and carob powder in baking, both in function and flavor? 04:06

Would you please explain the difference between cocoa powder, cacao, and carob powder in baking, both in function and flavor?

Is there a way to make a crème anglaise without the cream and eggs that taste as rich? 00:57

Is there a way to make a crème anglaise without the cream and eggs that taste as rich?

How did tofu brine to create an aquafaba compare to the aquafaba I use from chickpeas? Did you have to prepare the brine in a special manner? What was your verdict? 01:18

How did tofu brine to create an aquafaba compare to the aquafaba I use from chickpeas? Did you have to prepare the brine in a special manner? What was your verdict?

Do you have a good carrot cake recipe that you can recommend? 00:14

Do you have a good carrot cake recipe that you can recommend?

What are alternatives to chickpeas (for a whip cream)? 02:57

What are alternatives to chickpeas (for a whip cream)?

Can you discuss sorghum, including black sorghum? 01:37

Can you discuss sorghum, including black sorghum?

I’m an aspiring chef who’s trying to get a job, how can I leave a good impression in my job interview and please let me know what kind of things are important to execute? 05:29

I’m an aspiring chef who’s trying to get a job, how can I leave a good impression in my job interview and please let me know what kind of things are important to execute?

What would be a good substitute for mashed potatoes when used as a topping on a casserole like Shepherd's pie? 02:27

What would be a good substitute for mashed potatoes when used as a topping on a casserole like Shepherd's pie?

I tried to make pesto last week with no oil, it was dreadful. I was thinking about using avocado instead of olive oil. Do you have any suggestions? 03:33

I tried to make pesto last week with no oil, it was dreadful. I was thinking about using avocado instead of olive oil. Do you have any suggestions?

Do you have a favorite WFPB sandwich? 03:11

Do you have a favorite WFPB sandwich?

What are various ways you have been able to use the combination of your culinary and Whole Food, Plant-Based knowledge and skills for profit? 01:56

What are various ways you have been able to use the combination of your culinary and Whole Food, Plant-Based knowledge and skills for profit?

How did you get started in the industry and what are some key things that helped you in your path? 03:31

How did you get started in the industry and what are some key things that helped you in your path?

How long does brining solution last? 02:11

How long does brining solution last?

I have shredded vegetables left over. Can I ferment them the same way that I did with red cabbage and apple recipe from the fermentation unit? 00:56

I have shredded vegetables left over. Can I ferment them the same way that I did with red cabbage and apple recipe from the fermentation unit?

What are some simple plant-based go-to weeknight dinners you make for yourself on repeat? 06:56

What are some simple plant-based go-to weeknight dinners you make for yourself on repeat?

Is there an optimum size cut of vegetables used in making stock? It would seem smaller pieces would be able to draw out more of the flavor and nutrients from the vegetables? 02:14

Is there an optimum size cut of vegetables used in making stock? It would seem smaller pieces would be able to draw out more of the flavor and nutrients from the vegetables?

What can substitute for full fat coconut milk that would have the same creaminess and fat content? How about adding nut butter to soy milk to provide an equivalent amount of fat? Your thoughts? 00:38

What can substitute for full fat coconut milk that would have the same creaminess and fat content? How about adding nut butter to soy milk to provide an equivalent amount of fat? Your thoughts?

After the course is over, will we still have access to the live sessions? Please tell us what else we will have access to after we complete the FOK course. 00:42

After the course is over, will we still have access to the live sessions? Please tell us what else we will have access to after we complete the FOK course.

I had a bad experience with seitan. Do you have any suggestions on ways to try it again? 02:42

I had a bad experience with seitan. Do you have any suggestions on ways to try it again?

I made a fruit salad recently but the bananas and apple flesh turned reddish. It did have strawberries in it, but I added acid (lemon, lime) and wonder if the acid caused the discoloration? 00:22

I made a fruit salad recently but the bananas and apple flesh turned reddish. It did have strawberries in it, but I added acid (lemon, lime) and wonder if the acid caused the discoloration?

I want to start adding more raw vegetables into my diet. I have the usual carrots, cucumbers, broccoli etc. but can you introduce me to more options to make things more exciting? 01:49

I want to start adding more raw vegetables into my diet. I have the usual carrots, cucumbers, broccoli etc. but can you introduce me to more options to make things more exciting?

What are your favorite veggies to add to veggie broth? What veggies do you NOT add? How long do you simmer? Can you refreeze any not used? Any need to filter it? 02:58

What are your favorite veggies to add to veggie broth? What veggies do you NOT add? How long do you simmer? Can you refreeze any not used? Any need to filter it?

Can asparagus ends be used to make veggie broth, or will it be too strong of a taste? 00:49

Can asparagus ends be used to make veggie broth, or will it be too strong of a taste?

What is the best cookware to use? 00:45

What is the best cookware to use?

What are some ways that you have found to use your plant-based culinary knowledge and skills for income? 01:58

What are some ways that you have found to use your plant-based culinary knowledge and skills for income?

What’s the best plant milk to use to make butter and do you have to add oil to it? 00:55

What’s the best plant milk to use to make butter and do you have to add oil to it?

How did you get started in the industry, and what are some important things that helped you out in your path? 02:15

How did you get started in the industry, and what are some important things that helped you out in your path?

What should I do with the vegetables used for the stock? 00:55

What should I do with the vegetables used for the stock?

What healthier alternatives can be used when a recipe calls for sugar, and similarly when a recipe calls for oil? 01:54

What healthier alternatives can be used when a recipe calls for sugar, and similarly when a recipe calls for oil?

Is it appropriate to add herbs & spices to it veggies while steaming and if a mixture of vegetables, potatoes and beets at the same time is doable? 02:08

Is it appropriate to add herbs & spices to it veggies while steaming and if a mixture of vegetables, potatoes and beets at the same time is doable?

Is there any value or any adverse effects to adding vegetable peels and even onion peels to stock? 01:15

Is there any value or any adverse effects to adding vegetable peels and even onion peels to stock?

What's the best way to buy tofu? 01:09

What's the best way to buy tofu?

The FOK cooking class has a recipe for Pho Stock, which includes 4 star anise, a tsp of whole cloves, a stick of cinnamon. If I double the recipe, do I also double these ingredients? 00:59

The FOK cooking class has a recipe for Pho Stock, which includes 4 star anise, a tsp of whole cloves, a stick of cinnamon. If I double the recipe, do I also double these ingredients?

Should I add brine solution to the apple and cabbage kraut if it’s getting dry? And how long does that last in the fridge? 01:00

Should I add brine solution to the apple and cabbage kraut if it’s getting dry? And how long does that last in the fridge?

How long does coconut yogurt last in the fridge? And can it be frozen or used in baked foods? 01:11

How long does coconut yogurt last in the fridge? And can it be frozen or used in baked foods?

What are the best knives to use? 01:15

What are the best knives to use?

What are your favorite vegan dishes for sharing with non-vegans? 02:25

What are your favorite vegan dishes for sharing with non-vegans?

Is there a trick to improve accuracy for julienne cuts? 02:00

Is there a trick to improve accuracy for julienne cuts?

Any tips on making yummy kale chips? 01:50

Any tips on making yummy kale chips?

What can I do with the root/leaves of a cauliflower? 01:33

What can I do with the root/leaves of a cauliflower?

How do you clean a vegetable brush? 00:17

How do you clean a vegetable brush?

When do you need to use a vegetable brush to clean produce in addition to the vinegar soak? 01:33

When do you need to use a vegetable brush to clean produce in addition to the vinegar soak?

Any suggestions on what one should cook for their first online cooking class? 01:38

Any suggestions on what one should cook for their first online cooking class?

I’m wondering if you have favorite St Patrick's Day recipes? 02:21

I’m wondering if you have favorite St Patrick's Day recipes?

Where do you recommend purchasing dried, whole spices? 01:19

Where do you recommend purchasing dried, whole spices?