A popular method for processing salted eggs in the Brebes is the Pateros method. The salted egg is prepared Pateros style by mixing clay (from ant hills or termite mounds), table salt and water in the ratio of 1:1:2 until the texture of the admixture becomes smooth and forms a thick texture similar to cake batter. The fresh eggs are individually dipped in the admixture, and packed in 150-egg batches in newspaper-lined 10x12x18 inch wooden boxes (often residual boxes of dried fish packing). The whole batch is then lightly wrapped in newspapers to slow down the dehydration process.

The eggs are then stored indoors at room temperature over the next 12 to 14 days to cure. This way the salt works its way into the eggs uniformly in the batch. Curing can last up to 18 days, but that results in very long-lasting red eggs that can have a 40-day shelf life, which is largely unnecessary, as the eggs are stocked and replenished biweekly.

After the two-week curing period, the eggs are hand-cleaned with water and a brush and prepared to be boiled in low heat for 30 minutes. Time is measured from the first moment the water boils and the immersion of the eggs. The 50-egg batch is then wrapped in fish nets for ease of removal from the cookware. The cookware must be large enough to accommodate the batch with a two-inch covering of water.

Chicken eggs may be processed the same way, although up to 10% of the batch can break during the process.

[edit] Cholesterol Content

According to the Health Promotion Board of Singapore, one salted duck egg yolk weighing about 70g contains 359 mg of cholesterol.[citation needed] The recommended cholesterol intake for a healthy diet should be less than 300 mg a day.[citation needed] A single salted egg yolk exceeds the recommended cholesterol intake and if eaten regularly, there might be a greater risk of elevating blood cholesterol level. However, many health experts[who?] in the West and in the rest of Asia believe not all the cholesterol in an egg can be absorbed, thus the actual negative impact is much less, although not established at this time.

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Saturday, June 12, 2010

DIY Devotees May Suit Construction Jobs

DIY enthusiasts may want to turn their passion for handiwork into a career in the construction sector.

An increasing number of jobs are likely to be generated if the economic recovery continues and this should encourage people who enjoy DIY to consider working with their hands.

Head of the learndirect advice line Gareth Dent said that there are some fantastic opportunities for DIY devotees to make a living doing something they have a zeal for.

He said: "So, if the prospect of fixing the leaky tap or assembling the flat-packed furniture is something that you relish, why not think about turning your occasional hobby into a job?"

Learndirect stated that in 2005 a fully qualified plumber who had completed all the appropriate plumbing courses could expect a salary in the region of between £16,000 and £26,000 and in some cases much more.

Being a plumber involves the installation, maintenance and repair of hot and cold water supplies and sanitation and waste disposal systems, according to Learndirect.

Learndirect also said that a plumber needs the ability to read technical drawings and plans and must combine good practical and problem-solving skills with a careful and methodical approach to work.

People who pass plumbing courses will also have the confidence to work at heights and in confined spaces as well as an awareness of safety issues and legal regulations and the ability to work as part of a team and individually.

Learndirect stated that an a fully qualified electrician in 2005 that had passed all the necessary electrical courses such as Part P courses and 17th edition courses could expect a salary ranging from £12,700 to £25,000.

Electricians must have the competency to work with a range of power tools and the ability to follow technical drawings and instructions, according to Learndirect.

People who have completed electrical courses will have a methodical approach to work and a strict attention to detail as well as being safety-conscious.

Electricians also need the ability to work alone as they will sometimes have to take responsibility and make decisions if they are required to self-certify their own work.

DIY fanatics who are seriously interested in a career as a fully accredited electrician or plumber need to be aware that there is no quick or easy entry into the industry as the training process can take a number of years.

Those looking to become a competent electrician need to pass the City & Guilds NVQ 2330 Level 2 electrical courses in order to progress onto the NVQ 2356 level 3.

People wishing to be a qualified plumber need to start with the required City & Guilds NVQ 6129 level 2 plumbing courses as this will give them the foundation to advance onto NVQ level 3.

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