Seasoning/Flavoring
What is the most common used seasoning?
salt
Define (seasoning) blend
A pre-mixed combination of herbs and spices.
Give 3 examples of herbs.
Give 3 examples of spices.
answers vary!
herbs- cilantro, mint, dill, parsley, rosemary, basil
spices- pepper, nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger, cumin, allspice
Define Sensory Perception
How a person’s eyes, nose, ears, mouth and skin detect and evaluate the environment
If you happen to over sweeten a dish when seasoning, how can you save it?
adding salt
Define flavoring
an ingredient that changes the natural flavor of the food to which it is added.
to add to (something) in a way that enhances or improves it; make perfect.
What is the difference between an herb and a spice?
Herbs are leaves and spices are roots, barks and seeds.
What are the 5 flavor profiles?
umami, sweet, sour, bitter, salty
How should you store spices?
airtight containers, out of direct sunlight and in a cool, dry place like a pantry or cupboard.
Define seasoning
an ingredient that enhances food without changing the natural flavor.
Define herb
The flavorful leaf or stem of a soft, fleshy and moisture-rich plant that grows in a temperate climate.
What are aromatics?
Combinations of vegetables that are cooked in some fat at the beginning of the dish
What does the acronym "TAAT" stand for?
Define and explain what is done during each step of the process.
Taste, Analyze, Adjust, Taste
Taste- initial taste of recipe
Analyze- the taste of your dish
Adjust- add more spices/seasoning to your dish
Taste- taste again. repeat process as needed
What should you add if your dish is too rich in flavor?
Add something sweet or sour.
When should fresh herbs should be added in the cooking process?
At the end so that they do not overcook or become bitter
Define analyze
to examine methodically and in detail the constitution or structure of something
List 3 aromatics
Answers vary
Examples: garlic, celery, onion, carrots, pepper, jalapenos
What are the 5 sense organs?
nose, eyes, ears, skin, tongue
What is the different between a super-taster and a sub-taster?
A super-taster can taste subtleties that other people can’t while sub-tasters are less sensitive to taste
Define zest and give 1 example
the rind of the citrus fruit
orange, lime, lemon
Define spice
The dried form of various buds, bark, fruits, seeds, stems, or roots, typically from an aromatic plant or tree that grows in a tropical or subtropical region.
saute them in fat in a saucepan or skillet
Name an example for each type of flavor profile (umami, sour, sweet, salty, bitter)
What is the most important part of cooking your dish?
tasting it!