Sounds silly but some packets in the refrigerator. Push down on the side you want to cut to create a gap/bubble. The kecap manis is already super thick and the oil will be thick enough to be slower than the scissor blade. No mess with a little prep.
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RaoulDook@lemmy.world 3 weeks ago
These are impossible to open without getting oily fingertips, it’s a problem. Even when you use scissors to open them, it just gets on the scissors and then runs down the pack onto your fingers
ChicoSuave@lemmy.world 3 weeks ago
Nolvamia@lemmy.world 3 weeks ago
For some reason, the version I get is slightly different. Instead of chilli sauce I get fried shallots. Still get the segments with kecap manis and oil and spices. Holding the shallot end while cutting means no oily fingers. The other sachet, with the salt/seasoning, has a second segment with chilli powder.
Shall we start comparing how we prepare the deliciousness? First, fill the kettle and set it off. After dumping the package contents into a bowl, add half a cup (or more, if you have a big bowl) of frozen peas. Use your scissors to chop in a couple of fresh spring onions, two or three birdseye chillies, then add more fried shallots, chilli crisp and a good sprinkle of togarashi powder, throw in an ice cube portion of frozen lemon juice. About now the kettle should have boiled, so fill the bowl with hot water. Wait two minutes and dig in. Tasty meal in about five minutes with minimum dishes.
guy_threepwood@lemmy.world 3 weeks ago
No third sachet at all where I am. Just the oil and soy. I add my own chilli, but it would have been nice if it came with some.
Hazmatastic@lemmy.world 3 weeks ago
Cut the oil one off to separate it, then just cut the corner off after mixing. 1 extra step but flawless every time
darkevilmac@lemmy.zip 3 weeks ago
I use nitrile gloves
Just the cost of doing business
AnUnusualRelic@lemmy.world 3 weeks ago
I use condoms. It’s always good to have a few that are pre-lubed.
SchmidtGenetics@lemmy.world 3 weeks ago
Hold the packet straight up and down from the top, cut the bottom with the scissors pointed downwards and let gravity assist rather than get in the way.
betterdeadthanreddit@lemmy.world 3 weeks ago
Fat-cats out there with their pot lids and I’m just happy mine has a handle.
ignotum@lemmy.world 3 weeks ago
look at fancypants over here with a fancy pot with a fancy handle
AmyAye@nord.pub 3 weeks ago
I’m over here using a microwave safe bowl.
skankhunt42@lemmy.ca 3 weeks ago
A microwave AND a bowl? The rich really do live different lives.
mojofrododojo@lemmy.world 3 weeks ago
rich bastard has a safe, I bet he’s got more flavour packets innit!
expatriado@lemmy.world 3 weeks ago
i’d rather poke with the fork or cut with the knife i am about to use, instead of adding the scissors to the dishwasher
TheTechnician27@lemmy.world 3 weeks ago
And then wipe off the scissors because they still got this shit all over their cutting edges.
SchmidtGenetics@lemmy.world 3 weeks ago
Stick the tines(?) in the pot to rinse most off the scissors!
pmk@piefed.ca 3 weeks ago
Blades.