Kat Lieu
School
Brooklyn College, SUNY Downstate
Expertise
Cookbook Writing, Asian Desserts And Cuisine, Food Hacks
- Kat founded the fun and global group Subtle Asian Baking (SAB) in 2020, and with her group, she has raised over $100,000 for AANHPI fundraisers and charities.
- She is the best-selling author of "Modern Asian Baking at Home." Her second cookbook, "Modern Asian Kitchen, " will be released in April 2024, and her third is slated for a 2025 release.
- Radii China and King5 New Day dubbed her the "Queen and Doyenne" of Asian baking.
Experience
Kat has made a significant impact in the food industry in a short amount of time. In 2020, she founded the popular baking company Subtle Asian Baking (SAB), quickly gaining a following for its unique and delicious Asian-inspired baked goods. Her love for food and baking led her to author her best-selling cookbook in 2022, which showcases her culinary expertise and creative flair. In addition to her baking achievements, Kat is also known for her philanthropic efforts via social media. Her posts often go viral and attract a large following, making her an influential voice in the food community. Kat's background is diverse, having made a career jump from being a doctor of physical therapy to a food writer in 2021 to follow her lifelong dream. She is also a valued member of the Very Asian Foundation Advisory Board, where she uses her platform to promote Asian culture and cuisine. With her extensive experience and passion for food, Kat continues to positively impact the culinary world and inspire others to follow their dreams.
Education
Kat has a science and healthcare educational background, having earned a Bachelor of Science in health science, a Master of Science in physical therapy, and a Doctor of Physical Therapy from SUNY Downstate in Brooklyn, New York.
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Stories By Kat Lieu
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Although scrambled eggs are a staple breakfast, we always welcome more ways to amp up the dish. One easy way is to add tofu for a protein boost.
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It's time to use that sourdough starter or discard as an ingredient to upgrade your chocolate chip cookies. Find out why and how to add this pandemic staple.
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Rather than letting it go to waste as decoration or eating it plain, why not craft a delicious, edible shot glass out of your Easter bunny this year?
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Getting leftover fried chicken to taste just as good and be just as crispy as the first time around is a real challenge, but it's not impossible.
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We spoke with Jon Kung, author of 'Kung Food,' and Kung emphasized the importance of always starting with a properly prepared wok when you're ready to stir fry.
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Given that rice is gluten free, it is perfectly logical to assume that rice beer would also be gluten free, but that isn't necessarily the case.
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Dark chocolate is more bitter and less sugary than the milk and white varieties, so, according to an expert, pairing it with a sweeter dessert wine is best!
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The broiler can be an ideal cooking method for lobster tails, but it's all too easy to either undercook or overcook them. Precision is important.
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While most every bar today has a tower of glassware ready and waiting to hold some whiskey, that isn't how it was served in the 18th century.
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Throw out any misconceptions you've had about almond flour. The gluten-free flour is a great stand-in for all purpose flour when making chocolate chip cookies.
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Ever bake or buy a bag of delicious soft pretzels, only to find them turn stale rather quickly? Fret not because we have the answer for you.
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Making peanut sauce is tricky. You have to optimize flavor while ensuring the perfect texture. Luckily, you really just need three core ingredients to do it.
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Chinese food brand Fly By Jing and seafood connoisseurs Fishwife have collaborated once again, this time pairing canned salmon with sweet-and-spicy Zhong sauce!
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When you're making your next homemade carrot cake, there's another orange ingredient that deserves inclusion alongside the titular vegetable.
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With its vibrant hue and nutty flavor, sockeye salmon is a real treat. Just remember, sockeye needs to be cooked at a lower temperature than other salmon.
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Sometimes, chocolate truffles can feel a tad too rich, which isn't necessarily bad; however, it leaves us wanting some balance: another flavor to slice through.
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Check your refrigerator before you fret or run out to buy some eggs or borrow one from your neighbor's chickens. You may have the perfect egg white substitute.
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There's nothing better than a perfectly moist chocolate cake. But if your attempts are coming out too dry and crumbly, consider adding a little brown sugar.
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If you've never tried it before, the idea of mixing chocolate with spice might seem odd, but once you give it a shot, you're likely to become a fan.
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Eating dim sum in an authentic dum sum restaurant can entail a couple of gestures that pass non-verbal messages to the waitstaff in the noisy environment.
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Of course, you could always say thank you, but if you want to show off your dim sum prowess, get ready to employ your forefinger and middle finger.
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When it comes to snack time, few people will fire up the stove and cook a steak. It's much easier to reach for a bag of beef jerky to pair with red wine.
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Depending on who makes it, Japanese curry can be a treasure trove of unexpected ingredients, yet never without a clear purpose that improves the overall dish.
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When added to fried chicken batter, MSG will help enhance the savory flavors of seasoning and elevate the natural flavors of chicken meat. Here's how.
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The type of oat milk you use for your vegan baked goods matters. Choosing the wrong kind of oat milk can impact quality, final look, texture, and mouthfeel.
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To understand why you shouldn't soap down a wok to clean it, you need to understand what makes a wok special and different from other cooking pans.
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If you're making a dessert that calls for dairy whipping cream but want to give it a vegan spin, you have a lot of options, but none better than coconut cream.