Zainab Khanam

Stop Doing This! Common Cooking Myths Debunked

Myth 1 – Adding Oil To Boiling Pasta Prevents Sticking

Oil actually makes the sauce slide off the pasta. Stirring is the best way to keep pasta from clumping.

Myth 2 – Washing Raw Chicken Makes It Cleaner

Washing spreads bacteria around your sink and kitchen. Cooking at the right temperature is the only way to kill bacteria.y

Myth 3 – Microwaves Destroy Nutrients In Food

Microwaving preserves nutrients better than boiling. It’s one of the healthiest cooking methods.

Myth 4 – Wooden Cutting Boards Are Unhygienic

Wood has natural antibacterial properties. Proper cleaning makes them just as safe as plastic boards.

Myth 5 – Expired Eggs Are Always Bad

Some eggs are still good even after the expiry date. Do the water test—bad eggs float, fresh ones sink.

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Myth 6 – Salt Makes Water Boil Faster

Salt raises the boiling point, but the difference is tiny. It’s added for flavor, not speed.

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