Fast Food Facts
What country inspired the hamburger?
Germany (Hamburg)
Why do we curl our fingers while cutting vegetables?
To protect your fingertips.
What temperature should a beef burger reach before eating?
71*C
How long should you wash your hands?
About 20 seconds with soap and water.
What tool is used to flip burgers?
Spatula.
True or False: French fries were invented in France.
False. French fries are widely believed to have originated in Belgium.
What should you place under a cutting board to keep it from sliding?
A damp towel or non- slip mat.
What tool tells you when meat is fully cooked?
A meat thermometer.
Why should you use separate cutting boards for meat and vegetables?
To prevent cross-contamination.
What kitchen tool protects your hands from hot pans?
Oven mitts.
Name one healthier way to cook fries than deep frying.
Bake or cook them in the air fryer.
Should you cut toward yourself or away from yourself?
Away from yourself.
True or False: You can always tell a burger is safe just by its colour.
False. Burgers can look pink when cooked or looked cooked when not cooked. Safest bet is the time it cooks or check the temperature.
Can cooked burgers go back onto the same plate that held the raw meat?
No. Always use a clean plate.
What tool is best for measuring ingredients like flour or sugar?
Measuring cups.
What vegetable is traditionally made into French fries?
Potatoes
Why should knives be kept sharp instead of dull?
Sharp knives require less force and are less likely to slip, making them safer than dull knives.
Why should burgers be about the same thickness when forming patties?
The cook more evenly and finish at the same time.
Why should fresh vegetables be washed before eating?
To remove dirt and reduce bacteria.
What kitchen tool is used to drain cooked pasta or potatoes?
A colander.
Name three burger toppings that make your meal more nutritious.
Examples:
Lettuce, tomato, onion, mushrooms, avocado, pickles, or spinach.
What is the safest way to carry a chef's knife across the kitchen?
Carry it pointed down at your side with the blade facing behind you, and announce "knife" if walking near others.
Why shouldn't you press down on burgers while they're cooking?
Pressing burgers squeezes out the juices, making them drier.
Leftovers should be refrigerated within how many hours after cooking?
Within 2 hours of cooking.
What kitchen tool is the most reliable way to check if a burger is safely cooked?
A meat thermometer.