ATLANTA, GEORGIA - DECEMBER 6, 2023 : Arm and Hammer brand baking soda on grocery store shelf at a local supermarket.

When it comes to YouTube chefs, Guga is one of the best. His experiments are clear, and while you might not even want to try some of them, like long-aging steaks in just about every goo he can find, the results are always amazing and educational.

I have taken to using about ¼ tsp of baking soda mixed into 1 pound of ground beef, then letting it rest a few minutes before I brown it for dirty rice. I find the baking soda does make a difference, and the beef browns up with a nice Maillard crunch while remaining juicy inside.

Guga's recipies are always a win.

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