Cooking with Cannabis: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Delicious Cannabis-Infused Recipes
Introduction: What is Cooking with Cannabis and What are its Benefits?
Cannabis-infused foods have become increasingly popular in recent years. This is due to the numerous health benefits associated with consuming cannabis-infused foods. Cooking with cannabis can help to reduce stress, improve sleep, and even reduce inflammation. In addition, cannabis-infused foods provide a unique flavor experience that can make meals more enjoyable. In this article, we will explore the benefits of cooking with cannabis and discuss some of the most popular ways to cook with cannabis.
The benefits of cannabis-infused foods and drinks offer a variety of medicinal and therapeutic properties, including relief from pain, inflammation, anxiety, depression, nausea, and more. In addition to their medicinal effects, cannabis-infused dishes also provide an enjoyable way to consume cannabis without smoking or vaping!
How to Get Started Making Cannabis-Infused Recipes at Home
We'll cover the basics of cannabis home cooking, such as decarboxylation (activating THC), dosing, and selecting the right strains for your dish. We'll also discuss techniques for infusing your ingredients with cannabis oil or butter and tips on creating delicious recipes that will make your taste buds sing. Finally, we'll share some of our favorite cannabis-infused recipes that you can try at home.
What is decarboxylation?
Decarboxylation is an essential step in cannabis home cooking. It is the process of converting the non-psychoactive THCA found in cannabis into the psychoactive THC needed for edibles to have an effect. Decarboxylation can be done in a variety of ways, including baking, boiling, and even microwaving. By understanding and applying decarboxylation correctly, you can ensure that your cannabis-infused recipes are as potent as possible.
Cooking with CannaButter
Canna butter can be used in a variety of recipes, from baked goods to savory dishes. With just a few simple steps, you can make your own canna butter at home with ease. Let’s discuss the directions for making canna butter and how you can use it in your own cooking.
Everything you need to make cannabutter:
One non-stick Baking Sheet
Strainer or Cheesecloth
Stovetop Pot
Oven
7 grams of cannabis flower (grinded)
8oz (1 cup) of unsalted butter
8oz (1 cup) of water
One Storage Container
Directions:
Decarb your cannabis flower
Step One: Grab your 7 grams of grinded high quality cannabis that you picked up from Herban Kulture.
Step Two: Heat your oven to 245 Degrees Fahrenheit. However, if your oven is less than three years old, then pre-heat it to 230 Degrees Fahrenheit.
Step Three: Spread your ground up cannabis on a non-stick baking sheet, or set parchment paper down to ensure that the cannabis won’t stick.
Step Four: Bake for 30 minutes and stir every 5 minutes to make sure the cannabis is evenly decarbed.
After your cannabis has been decarbed, it’s time to steep!
Steep on your Stove
Step One: Grab your 1 cup of butter and melt on low heat in the saucepan and add the one cup of water to help melt the butter evenly.
Step Two: Once the butter and water is melted, time to add your decarbed weed. Slowly add the baked cannabis into the spot. Stir it up and then cover with a lid to let it simmer. Let it simmer for at-least for three hours and stir occasionally to avoid burning.
Once the three hours have passed it’s time to strain your butter!
Strain your butter
Step One: Grab your strainer or place your cheesecloth over a jar with a rubber brand.
Step Two: Slowly pour butter mixture from pan over strainer, or the cheesecloth to separate the butter from the plant remains.
Step Three: Once the butter is strained into a storage container, or jar, allow it to set at room temperature for 30 minutes. Once the 30 minutes passes, transfer it to the fridge and allow it to set overnight.
Now that the 24 hours have passed, your butter is ready to use for cooking.
*Also note that if you keep your canna-butter in the fridge, it can last up to 4 weeks!
Now that you have your butter, here are some Canna-Infused Recipes
First consider what kind of infused food you’d like to consume. We know the options are endless but ask yourself what kind of cuisine or dish you are comfortable with making. For beginners, it may be best to start out with some baked goods, such as cookies or brownies. This allows you to understand the basics of cooking with cannabis without the stress of complicated directions.
We have compiled a list of simple baked recipes you can make! Find them below:
For those more experienced cooks, here are some savory recipes! Find them below:
Whether you’re a novice or an experienced chef, cooking with cannabis is surprisingly easy and enjoyable. With the right ingredients and techniques, you can create delicious meals that will delight your taste buds and provide a unique experience. We hope this article was a good starting guide for you to get cooking with Cannabis! It’s also important to remember that picking high-quality cannabis is essential to your recipes which is why when you shop with us at Herban Kulture we will guide you through the process of picking the right strains for you.