Cooking Techniques and Vocabulary

Rub food over a grater to get fine particles.

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What is the term for a folding, pressing, and turning motion using your hands?

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Cooking in a liquid, usually water, where large bubbles constantly rise and break the surface.

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Cook in a slow, steady stream of tiny bubbles.

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What is it called when you remove excess liquid from food in a colander?

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Use a vegetable peeler or paring knife to remove the outside covering of a fruit or vegetable.

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Beat rapidly to make the mixture light and fluffy.

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What is the term for removing excess from a dry measuring cup or spoon?

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What is the French phrase for having all your ingredients prepped and ready before you start cooking?

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Use a spoon, whisk, or spatula to stir two or more ingredients together thoroughly.

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