Teppo bamboo skewer, also known as Teppo, is a bamboo or iron skewer with a handle, mainly used for stringing meat and meatballs. The following is a detailed introduction to Teppo:
1. Material
Bamboo skewer: The bamboo skewer part of the Teppo is usually made of natural bamboo, which is environmentally friendly and easy to obtain. Bamboo skewer can bring a unique natural flavor during grilling or cooking.
Iron skewer: In addition to bamboo skewer, Teppo also has metal iron skewer. Iron skewer is more solid and durable, suitable for long-term or high-intensity cooking process.
2. Origin of naming
The naming of Teppo is related to its appearance. The appearance of this bamboo skewer is similar to the bird gun in the past, so it is named after the shape, called bird gun skewer. When it was first used, Japan had the largest usage, and Japan called bird guns Teppo, so this bamboo skewer was named Teppo.
3. Use
Teppo is mainly used to string meat and meatballs, such as oden, Sichuan chicken fillet, bone-in meat, etc. It makes food easier to handle and flip during cooking, while also maintaining the integrity and aesthetics of the food.
4. Precautions for use
Fire prevention: When using bamboo sticks for grilling, be careful to prevent the sticks from being burned by fire. You can soak the bamboo sticks in water for a while before grilling to increase their fire resistance.
Hygiene: When using iron cannon skewers, make sure they are clean and hygienic to avoid food contamination. After use, they should be cleaned and properly stored.
