Food Prep Terminology QUIZ

To brush or pour liquid over a food as it cooks

• grate

• sift

• baste

• saute

To thoroughly mix foods using a vigorous over-and-over motion.

• beat

• fold

• mince

• poach

To cook food by first browning it, then simmering in a small amount of liquid.

• dice

• braise

• cream

To cook food under direct heat.

• roast

• broil

• pare

To cut food into small, irregular pieces.

• blanch

• cream

• chop

To beat together ingredients, typically fat and sugar, until soft and creamy. Dissolves the sugar and adds air.

• garnish

• sift

• dredge

• cream

Cube shaped (medium ½ x ½ x ½" and small is ¼ x ¼ x ¼")

• dice

• whip

• simmer

• blanch

Breading- or batter-coating food, immersing (completely covering) it in hot fat, and frying it until it is done. The outside of the food item develops a crispy coating while the inside stays moist and tender.

• deep fry

• fold

• garnish

• saute

To gently combine delicate ingredients.

• dredge

• stir fry

• fold

• stew

Small, colorful, edible bits of food used to enhance the appearance of a dish.

• garnish

• coat

• braise