A
Beat quickly to add air.
Whip
To separate by pulling apart with your hands.
Tear
To cut into very little pieces.
Mince
To change from a solid to a liquid.
Melt
To mix with a lifting motion.
Toss
To cut into thin slice.
Shred
To cut food into thin, small pieces.
Grate
To cut into squares
Cube
Mix in a circular motion.
Stir
Cut into slabs.
Slice
To remove peel with a knife/tool.
Pare
To remove the center.
Core
To mix with your hands.
Knead
To cut into four pieces.
Quarter
To scatter food items on another.
Dot
To mix two or more ingredients to make one.
Blend
Very gentle stirring.
Fold
To remove the peel with your fingers.
Peel
To cut into pieces ½” big.
Dice
Remove the top.
Skim