Techniques of Preparation
This technique means to cover food with crumbs after dipping it in egg or milk.
What is bread
This method mixes ingredients with a circular motion using a spoon.
What is stir
To cut food into long, thin strips.
What is julienne
Cooking in liquid just below the boiling point.
What is simmer
This tool drains pasta or rinses vegetables using holes in the bowl.
What is a colander
This technique involves soaking food in a seasoned liquid to add flavor or tenderize.
What is marinate
This technique works dough by folding, pressing, and turning until smooth and elastic.
What is knead
This technique removes the center of a fruit using a corer or knife.
What is core
Cooking small pieces quickly in very hot oil while stirring constantly.
What is stir-fry
This tool is used to measure liquids accurately.
What is a liquid measuring cup
This preparation method adds air to dry ingredients using a sifter or strainer.
What is sift
This mixing method gently combines delicate ingredients like egg whites.
What is fold in
To cut into very small cubes
What is dice
Cooking meat quickly at high temperature to brown the surface.
What is sear
This pan has tall sides and a removable bottom, often used for cheesecakes.
What is a springform pan
This term means to rub fat or oil onto bakeware to prevent sticking.
What is grease
This technique softens butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
What is cream
This cutting method creates thin straight cuts in fat to prevent curling.
What is score
Cooking food completely submerged in hot fat.
What is deep-fat fry
This knife has a long blade with teeth, ideal for bread.
What is a serrated knife
This technique creates a decorative scalloped edge on pastry before baking.
What is flute
This method incorporates air by beating rapidly with a whisk or mixer.
What is whip
To cut food into very small pieces using a sharp knife.
What is mince
Setting the oven to temperature before putting food inside.
What is preheat
This tool blends soups directly in the pot.
What is an immersion blender