Knife Safety
What is the safest way to hold a knife when not in use?
Flat surface with blade facing away from you
Which of the following is a dry-heat cooking method?
poaching
grilling
braising
grilling
What is a characteristic of moist-heat cooking methods?
cooking with water, steam, or another liquid
Which combination-heat cooking method involves both searing and simmering?
stewing
What is the purpose of mise en place in cooking?
organize ingredients and tools before cooking to improve efficiency
Which knife is best for chopping vegetables?
Chef knife, santoku, asian cleaver
Which food is best suited for grilling?
Steak or vegetables
Which of the following foods is suitable for poaching?
eggs or fish
Which cooking method is used for tough cuts of meat to make them tender?
braising or stewing
What should you do before starting any cooking task?
gather all ingredients and tools required
How should you store a knife to maintain its sharpness?
In a cover and knife roll
Which dry-heat cooking method involves cooking food in an oven with air circulation?
Convection
What is blanching in cooking?
briefly boiling and then plunging it into ice water to stop cooking
Describe a cooking method that involves both dry and moist heat.
searing first and then simmering in liquid
Which knife technique is used for cutting herbs finely?
chiffonade
When using a knife, what angle should the blade be held at when sharpening?
20 degree
What is the difference between sautéing and frying?
sauteing uses less oil and higher heat, while frying uses more oil and typically lower heat
Which cooking method is ideal for tough cuts of meat to make them tender?
braising or slow cooking
Which combination-heat method is best for retaining flavor in meat dishes?
braising
Give an example of mise en place
pre chopping vegetables before cooking a stir-fry
What is the advantage of using a paring knife?
small, intricate tasks
What is the best cooking method for retaining nutrients in vegetables?
steaming
Which food item would you braise to enhance flavor and tenderness?
beef short ribs or pork shoulder
What benefits do combination-heat methods offer over single-method cooking techniques?
better flavor development and tenderness with combi, as opposed to single methods
Why is mise en place important for professional chefs?
Ensures they work efficiently, minimize mistakes, and maintain cleanliness during cooking