ServSafe Manager
What is the minimum safe internal cooking temperature for poultry?
165°F (74°C) for 15 seconds
What is the process of cooking food in a small amount of fat over high heat?
Sautéing
What is the term for a steak cooked with a warm red center?
Medium rare
What vitamin is most commonly associated with citrus fruits?
Vitamin C
What type of rice is commonly used in sushi?
Short-grain rice
What type of dairy product is used to make butter?
Heavy cream
What is the "danger zone" temperature range where bacteria grow most rapidly?
41°F to 135°F (5°C to 57°C)
What is the method of cooking food in a vacuum-sealed bag in temperature-controlled water called?
Sous vide
Which cut of beef is typically the most tender?
Tenderloin
What is the term for cooking vegetables quickly in boiling water and then shocking them in ice water?
Blanching
Which grain is traditionally used to make polenta?
Cornmeal
What is the process of heating milk to destroy harmful bacteria called?
Pasteurization
How long can TCS foods be left in the temperature danger zone before they must be discarded?
4 hours
What is the difference between braising and stewing?
Braising uses larger cuts of meat and less liquid, while stewing uses smaller cuts and more liquid.
What is the main purpose of dry-aging beef?
To enhance flavor and tenderness
What gas do some fruits release that speeds up ripening?
Ethylene gas
What type of flour is traditionally used to make pasta?
Durum/Semonlina Wheat
What is the style of egg that is cooked without flipping?
Sunny Side Up
What type of contamination occurs when cleaning chemicals accidentally spill into food?
Chemical contamination
What is the term for cooking food with dry heat in an enclosed space, like an oven?
Roasting
Which government agency is responsible for inspecting meat in the U.S.?
USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)
What vegetable is known for having the highest natural sugar content?
Beets
What is the term for rice that has been partially cooked and dried to retain more nutrients?
Parboiled rice
What is the minimum fat content of Sweet Cream Butter in the United States?
80%
What is the correct order for washing hands according to ServSafe guidelines?
Wet hands, apply soap, scrub for 10-15 seconds, rinse, dry with a single-use towel
What is the process of cooking sugar until it turns brown and develops a deep, nutty flavor?
Caramelization
What is the term for a whole fish that has been scaled and gutted but still has its head and tail?
Dressed
What is the culinary term for cutting herbs or leafy greens into thin ribbons?
Chiffonade
What is the ideal water-to-rice ratio when cooking?
2:1 (2 cups of water to 1 cup of rice)
What enzyme is used in cheese-making to curdle milk?
Rennet