Technique

Acidulated Water - Preperation
Dissolve 1 teaspoon sour salt in 2 quarts of water.
or
Mix 1/2 cup white vinegar and 2 quarts of water.

Al Dente
Italian for "to the tooth," al dente describes the texture of pasta and other foods that are cooked just until they resist slightly when chewed.

Avacado - Preventing Discoloration
Sprinkling your avacado slices with lime juice will protect from discoloration and add flavor.