Prepare and Present Vegetable Dishes

Why vegetable should be cooked in a short period of time?

• It stops the acidity.

• It maintains shape.

• It maintains the color.

• It enhances the texture.

What happen to protein content of a vegetable when cooked?

• It thickens.

• It becomes more digestible.

• It increases the amount of protein in the vegetable.

• It decreases the amount of protein in the vegetable.

Which of the following statement is true when cooking a vegetable?

• It is okay to overcook the vegetables.

• Vegetables can be cut in any shape as long as it cooked at same period.

• Cook green vegetables and strong – flavored vegetables covered.

• If the vegetable must be cooked ahead, under cook slightly and chill rapidly.

What should you avoid in regards to seasoning a vegetable dish?

• It is more appropriate to used artificial seasonings.

• Seasonings should be highlighted.

• Seasonings should mask the natural flavors

• All of the above.

Both methods may be used to complete cooking or precooked or blanched vegetables. Also used for complete cooking of raw vegetables.

• Baking

• Braising

• Sauteing

• Steaming

Which of the following vegetables is can be baked because dry heat produces a desirable texture?

• Cabbage

• Carrots

• Radish

• Sweet Potato

Which of the following statement is inappropriate when plating a vegetable dish?

• Keep food off the rim of the plate

• Keep space between items, unless, they are stacked on one another

• Arrange the items for the convenience of the customer.

• None of the above.

Which of the following ingredients is use to enhance the flavor of the most canned vegetables?

• Butter

• Pepper

• Paprika

• Salt

Which of the following is not part of the standard quality of cooked vegetables?

• Color

• Sizes

• Sizes

• Texture

Which of the following vegetable requires a shorter time in cooking?

• Canned

• Dried

• Frozen

• None of the above.