Luong Tan

Luong Tan, the creative and passionate founder of Bourbono, is a multi-talented individual with a deep love for the culinary arts. An accomplished food blogger, cookbook author, and former Ambassador of US cuisine in Vietnam (2015-2016), Luong has been on a mission to share his appreciation for food with the world.
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What is Buche Meat? A Guide for Curious Foodies
By Luong Tan
Pork Guides

What is Buche Meat? A Guide for Curious Foodies

The venturesome pig offal we have come across is buche. Yes, we say venturesome because asides from its common use in buche tacos and stews, several delicious buche meat recipes will be revealed in this article. Buche meat is an edible internal organ of a pig, the pig's stomach, to be specific. It is milder in taste than pork meat. Do you have a well-prepared pork stomach or buche in the refrigerator and are searching for adventurous buche meat recipes? See firsthand delicious buche meat recipes below, ones we've termed the best, and thank us later :) 14 Best Buche…
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What Happens When You Keep Raw Ground Beef in The Fridge for Seven Days?
By Luong Tan
Food Science

What Happens When You Keep Raw Ground Beef in The Fridge for Seven Days?

There’s a myriad of things you can do with ground beef. This versatility and its pocket-friendly nature are a few of the things that make it so loved.  Apart from your stove, your next best friend when you make a ground beef purchase is your fridge. It is efficient in storing your ground beef, but for how long? For your ground beef, the fridge is temporary storage. Fresh ground beef should be used in 24 - 48 hours after purchase.  Let’s take a look at what happens when you keep raw ground beef in the fridge for seven days. What…
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Do Green Bananas Have to Turn Yellow When They Ripen?
By Luong Tan
Fruit Guides

Do Green Bananas Have to Turn Yellow When They Ripen?

From cartoons to movies and even advertisements, ripe bananas have always been depicted as yellow. Without realizing it, we have been conditioned to think that ripe bananas should always be yellow.  It is not surprising that it sometimes gets us confused. The ripeness of bananas and the color of their peel are sometimes mutually exclusive. Bananas can be yellow and be ripe, equally, they can also be green, and be ripe as well. Hence, green bananas don’t necessarily have to turn yellow when they ripen.  Allow us to explain why this is a possibility. Do green bananas have to turn yellow…
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Is Enchilada Sauce Spicy and Bitter?
By Luong Tan
Food Guides, Taste Tests, ,

Is Enchilada Sauce Spicy and Bitter?

This delicious Mexican sauce has since acquired a reputation for its versatility in the kitchen. It can be used as a base for chile beans, used to garnish steamed vegetables, and be put over your crunchies like enchiladas, tortillas, tacos tamales, and nachos.  The fact that it can be prepared quickly at home, crowns it all.  Because Mexico is known for spicy cuisines, it is a no-brainer that you’d want to know if enchilada sauce is spicy. Enchilada sauce can and cannot be spicy, its spiciness ranges on a continuum from mildly spicy to heavy-breathing spicy. Is enchilada sauce spicy?…
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How Long to Defrost Chicken in Microwave
By Luong Tan
Chicken Guides

How Long to Defrost Chicken in Microwave

It’s dinnertime already and the chicken is still in the freezer; it's too late to wait for hours for it to thaw in water or refrigerator. What then can you do? You go for the quickest option - defrost chicken in microwave! Note, though, that while defrosting chicken in microwave is the quickest way to go, it is not the most convenient, as it requires careful monitoring so that your chicken does not defrost unevenly. Unlike the other methods, defrosting chicken in microwave is not a ‘hands off’ process and you may have some of the chicken starting to cook…
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10 Best Chile De Arbol Substitutes – A List
By Luong Tan
North American Cuisines

10 Best Chile De Arbol Substitutes – A List

For those who don’t know – Chile de Arbol are red, long, and very hot chiles mostly added to Mexican dishes. It is widely popular in Mexico especially in its powdered form and used in various sauces and salsa dishes. It is a very versatile spice that works for a variety of recipes. This is one of the many reasons why Chile de Arbol is slowly but successfully building its fan base around the world. While it is not very popular except in Mexico and might be quite difficult to find anywhere else, the Chile de Arbol is similar to…
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Why Is My Rice Sticky? – How to Make Rice Less Sticky
By Luong Tan
Rice & Grain Guides,

Why Is My Rice Sticky? – How to Make Rice Less Sticky

When it comes to having your cooked rice come out singly, a lot of people struggle with getting it right. Some have even given up hope and gotten used to eating sticky rice - “nothing works”, they say. But not to worry, some things work. And you are in luck, I happen to know a few tricks you can use to make rice less sticky. Before I share those tips with you, let me first tell you what makes your rice sticky in the first place and then we can go on to see how to make rice less sticky.…
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What Does Duck Breast and Fat Taste Like? Like Goose or Chicken?
By Luong Tan
Chicken Guides, Taste Tests, ,

What Does Duck Breast and Fat Taste Like? Like Goose or Chicken?

I guess it’s easier to think that all the birds taste the same – chicken, goose, turkey, and even duck. What do you think duck breast would taste like? What if it’s not similar to the birds you’re already familiar with? They may not taste the same, but there are probably some similarities, who knows? We do! This article discusses all things duck, what they taste like, look like, feel like and their health benefits too. If you’ve ever tasted duck, then you probably know all this already. Otherwise, this one’s for you. What Does Duck Breast Taste Like? Duck…
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Why is my peanut butter watery?
By Luong Tan
Tips & Troubleshooting

Why is my peanut butter watery?

For some reason, your peanut butter is watery. You’re a bit confused; you might wonder if there is cause for concern. Don’t fret. We’ll be sharing our thoughts on why peanut butter is sometimes watery. We’ll also let you know how to fix or thicken your peanut butter if it gets too light, and if/when you should be worried about your peanut butter. Why is my peanut butter watery? Watery peanut butter is often as a result of the peanut oil separating from the butter to form a thin layer at the surface. This is common with all-natural peanut butter…
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Is HelloFresh Worth It for persons, families and vegetarians?
By Luong Tan
Food Guides

Is HelloFresh Worth It for persons, families and vegetarians?

If you're reading this, it's probably because you've heard about the HelloFresh meal kit delivery service, complete with prepackaged ingredients and recipes. Of course, having someone take the stress out of planning your meals, measuring ingredients, and selecting which recipe to use can be a very attractive offer, and a lot of people would agree that it certainly makes cooking a lot more enjoyable. However, there seems to be one catch; the price. If you’re on a budget, you might wonder if it’s such a great idea to invest in a plan when you could easily run to the grocery…
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6 Best Pizza Stones with Handles and Racks
By Luong Tan
Food Guides, ,

6 Best Pizza Stones with Handles and Racks

When Cooking with handy kitchen utensils, you don’t have to worry about positioning your hand in a certain way to pick up or put the utensil in place. That sounds like bliss if you ask me.  In a Hurry? Here’s Our Top Three If you’ve used pizza stones that did not have handles or racks and you suddenly got a pizza stone that came with handles or racks, you’d agree with me, that it does get easier. Here’s a list of our best pizza stones with handles and racks, should incase you consider going in that direction.  Best Pizza Stones…
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Can You Eat Frozen Salmon Raw?
By Luong Tan
Food Guides, ,

Can You Eat Frozen Salmon Raw?

Salmon is one of the most nutritious foods I know. It is delicious and loaded with a plethora of nutrients. Besides having numerous health benefits, salmon can be cooked in a couple of different delicious ways. But another way to enjoy this fish is eating it raw! Yes, eating raw salmon is a thing - one that made it gain popularity as a common ingredient in many recipes all over the world. Salmon is a versatile fish; it is one of the most common ingredients in sashimi, nigiri, rolls, and other sushi dishes. Many people have reservations as to whether…
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