Cook & Finish Basic Fish Dishes - 227

Open Ended

What are some factors you should consider when choosing a cooking method for different types of fish?

Multiple Choice

Why is fish considered a healthy protein choice for meals?

• Because it is low in calories

• Because it is filled with omega-3 fatty acids and essential vitamins and minerals

• Because it is always easy to cook

• Because it is the cheapest protein available

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors should you consider when choosing a cooking method for fish?

• The thickness of the fish

• The color of the plate

• The type of sauce used

• The time of day

Open Ended

List and explain two quality points to look for when selecting fresh fish.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are indicators of a fresh fish?

• Bright and shiny appearance

• Sunken eyes

• Strong fishy smell

• Red gills

Multiple Choice

Which cooking method is best for delicate types of fish to prevent them from drying out?

• En Papillote

• Grill

• Deep Fry

• Broil

Open Ended

Compare and contrast the benefits of grilling and deep frying fish based on the information provided.

Multiple Choice

Which cooking method is excellent for light fish as it prevents the fish from drying out and enhances delicate flavour?

• Poaching

• Deep frying

• Shallow frying

• Grilling

Multiple Select

Which of the following are suitable coatings used for deep frying fish?

• Flour

• Batter

• Bread crumbs

• Sugar

Open Ended

Explain what happens if the oil temperature is too hot or too cool when deep frying fish.

Multiple Choice

Which ingredients are commonly used to marinate fish before deep frying?

• Lemon & Lime

• Vinegar & Soy Sauce

• Milk & Honey

• Tomato & Basil

Multiple Choice

Which types of fish are best suited for shallow frying whole due to their firm flesh and moderate size?

• Snapper, Mackerel & Sardines

• Cod, Haddock & Pollock

• Whitebait

• Salmon & Tuna

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a reason for cooking fish skin side down first when shallow frying?

• It makes the fish cook faster

• It helps the skin become crisp and protects the flesh

• It adds more flavor to the oil

• It prevents the fish from sticking to the pan

Multiple Select

Which of the following are methods by which heat can be supplied during grilling?

• Grilling over heat

• Barbecuing

• Grilling under heat

• Grilling between heat

Open Ended

Compare the benefits and challenges of shallow frying and grilling fish. In what situations might you choose one method over the other?

Multiple Choice

Which equipment is used for grilling food using an open flame and is heated from below by gas or electricity?

• Chargrill

• Commercial contact grill

• Salamander grill

• Fish kettle

Open Ended

What are the four components of a court bouillon used for poaching fish?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a step in the shallow poaching process for fish?

• Coating the pan with butter and shallots

• Covering the fish with a buttered cartouche

• Finishing the fish in a high-temperature oven

• Preparing a sauce from the remaining liquid

Multiple Select

Which of the following are types of fish suitable for baking?

• Cod

• Hake

• Bass

• Trout

Multiple Choice

What is one important reason to pre-heat the oven before baking fish?

• To prevent the fish from sticking to the pan

• To ensure the fish cooks evenly and safely

• To add extra flavor to the fish

• To keep the kitchen warm

Open Ended

Compare and contrast atmospheric steaming and high-pressure steaming in terms of their process and temperature.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are advantages of steaming food?

• Keeps most nutrients in the food

• Prevents food from becoming too saturated with water

• Makes food heavier and harder to digest

• Is suitable for cooking large quantities at once

Open Ended

After learning about the different ways to cook fish, what questions do you still have or what would you like to learn more about regarding cooking and finishing basic fish dishes?

Multiple Choice

What are some important nutrients found in fish that make it a healthy food choice?

• Omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins D and B2, minerals like iron and zinc

• High amounts of sugar and saturated fat

• Only carbohydrates and fiber

• Mainly vitamin C and sodium