1.11 - Common Cooking Terms
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Practice Questions
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What does 'sauté' mean?
💡 Hint: Think about quick cooking methods with minimal fat.
What is the purpose of blanching?
💡 Hint: Remember the steps: boil, then cool in ice water.
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What does it mean to sauté?
💡 Hint: Think about quick cooking in a pan.
True or False: Blanching is used to maintain the color and texture of vegetables.
💡 Hint: Remember the process of boiling and then cooling.
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You have a batch of green beans. Describe the steps you would take to prepare them using both blanching and sautéing, including the reasoning behind each method.
💡 Hint: Think about how the initial cooking impacts the final dish.
You need to marinate chicken for a stir-fry. Outline the ingredients and method you would use, explaining how each component contributes to the marination process.
💡 Hint: Think about flavors and tenderness when choosing marinade ingredients.
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