There are few times in life when we feel comfortable embracing chaos.
Ideally, our schedules, homes, and email inboxesare fairly organized, as are our kitchens.
But a growing food trend focuses on welcoming a pleasant amount of mayhem into your meal plan.
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But what is chaos cooking, exactly, and why are so many people talking about it?
Read on for the dish.
What is Chaos Cooking?
Chaos cooking has existed for decadeslong before the idea was given its signature nickname and hashtag.
Essentially, its cooking a recipe without one, and its a savvy way tocut down on food waste.
Now that it has a name, chaos cooking takes this mix-and-match philosophy and adds another element: freedom.
Think of chaos cooking as a variation of what was once called fusion cooking.
Nearly anything goes in the world of chaos cooking.
Do you want to add kimchi and everything bagel seasoning to your omelet?
How about topping vanillaice creamwith tahini and pretzels?
Sounds amazing; Count us in for a scoop.
For example: creamy equalscream cheeseand crunchy equals panko.
Frequently Asked Questions
These are both culinary techniques that can combine flavors from different cultures.
