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  • Bugs, Kashrus
  • bugs, infested, quinoa

Is it true that quinoa is (currently) infested with worms that are microscopic?

  There are different brands of quinoa and different standards in terms of quality. Quinoa in general is not known to be an infested grain. However, this depends on season,…

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  • Bugs, Kashrus
  • thrip cloth

There is a new way of checking for bugs that I heard about it, using the thrip cloth. According to Lubavitcher Rabbanim, is that an acceptable way to check for bugs and can replace checking every leaf of herbs etc? 

  Asktherav.com strongly encourages the use of the thrip cloth or shmate method but recommends doing sample checking the regular way too.   ראה מש״כ ח״א בקובץ עץ חיים באבוב…

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  • Bugs, Kashrus

What filter to remove the copepods in the water is recommended for a Crown Heights apartment sink?

  See here:         #4266

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  • Bugs, Food, Food, Hechsher, Kashrus, Terumos and Ma'asros

Do frozen fruit, like strawberries, blueberries or bananas need a Hechsher? What about frozen vegetables that their sole “ingredient” is the vegetable?

  In general terms, frozen fruit or vegetables with no additives may be eaten without a Hechsher, provided they are not from Eretz Yisroel or China, and provided there is…

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  • Bugs, Kashrus

Can one rely on a Goy to check lettuce for bugs?

  No. See here about trusting a child.     #4036

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  • Borer, Bugs, Shabbos

Am I allowed to fill up a Brita filter pitcher on Shabbos?

  It depends what the purpose of filtering is. If it is in order to have cleaner water and one is not highly sensitive to the regular water (איסטניס) -…

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  • Bugs, Kashrus
  • bugs, garlic

Can I cook a whole garlic head without peeling it at all? I am concerned that there may be bugs by the root. And if permitted what would be the procedure to clean it to be able to do so?

  You may not, as garlic must be checked since it is sometimes infested. The peels have insects, but the cloves, though, are generally clean. Therefore the peels should be…

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  • Bugs, Kashrus
  • bugs, kale, Kashrus

I see chopped kale without a Hechsher sold in some kosher supermarkets. Is this OK to buy?

Not at all. Kale is heavily infested and must be checked. Method of checking: 1. Soak the leaves in a solution of dish-washing liquid and water. Allow to soak for…

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  • Bugs, Kashrus
  • bugs, Kashrus

Do I have to check kale that will be used in a smoothie?

Yes, it is fine if it is totally crushed up. However, the kale should be checked superficially before being put into the smoothie. See here for more details. Question 2:…

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  • Bugs, Kashrus
  • bugs, flour, Kashrus, sift, whole wheat flour

Could we use regular unsifted whole wheat flour?

My husband is from Eretz Yisroel where they sift flour all the time. We have been doing that here in NY as well. It is impossible to sift the whole…

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  • Bugs, Kashrus
  • bugs, flour, Kashrus, sift

How can I know if I need to sift flour in my country (Ecuador). I’ve been sifting for a few months and haven’t found anything. Is there ever a point when I can stop sifting?

It is hard to know without doing a thorough analysis of the frequency of infestation in your place. Nonetheless, it is still a good idea to continue to sift. At…

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  • Bugs, Kashrus
  • bugs, checking for bugs, pureed, raspberries, smoothie

Is there any way to wash raspberries so they may be eaten whole? What about when pureed? 

They should not be eaten. It should be noted that the Rebbe Rashab testified that in his home and in his father’s home, the Rebbe Mahrash, they were not eaten.…

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  • Bugs, Kashrus
  • baby corn, bugs, check for bugs, tolaim

Is there a bug concern regarding baby corn?

Baby corn does not need to be checked as it is not infested under normal circumstances.

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  • Bugs, Kashrus
  • bugs, checking lettuce, lettuce

What is the best way to check lettuce?

1. Cut and separate all the lettuce leaves from the root. 2. Insert the leaves in a bowl filled with a solution of water at room temperature, together with liquid soap, (preferably…

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  • Bugs, Kashrus
  • bugs, cloth, water

Can I put a cheesecloth over my water faucet to get rid of the possible bugs in NYC water?

A cloth on the faucet reduces the amount of copepods and can be used as a filter on a temporary basis. It is best to use several layers of cloth…

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  • Bugs, Kashrus
  • bugs, checking raisins, do raisins need a hechsher, infestation, Kashrus, raisins

Do raisins need a Hechsher?

  Raisins are often treated after production with oil, and/or glycerin which can come from non-Kosher sources. Also, in the process of drying, often fatty esters are used, creating a…

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  • Bugs, Kashrus
  • blended, checking fruits and vegetables, checking fruits that will be pureed, pureed

Does one need to check vegetables like spinach, fruits etc. if they will be pureed/ juiced in a blender?

Yes, it is fine if it is totally crushed up. However, the spinach should be checked superficially before being put into the smoothie. Question 2: Would this apply to raspberries…

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