Basic Cooking Techniques Quiz

What does baking involve?

• Cooking food in water vapor

• Cooking food in an enclosed environment using dry heat

• Cooking food in fat

• Cooking food under direct heat

Which method of cooking uses fat?

• Steaming

• Frying

• Baking

• Poaching

What is the main difference between grilling and broiling?

• Broiling is a slower process

• Broiling cooks food from the top, grilling from the bottom

• Grilling uses lower temperatures

• Grilling involves boiling water

Which cooking method involves submerging food in boiling water and then in cold water?

• Poaching

• Steaming

• Blanching

• Simmering

What is the typical temperature range for frying?

• 120 - 170ºC

• 100 - 150ºC

• 250 - 300ºC

• 175 - 225ºC

Which method is used for cooking pastries, bread, and desserts?

• Steaming

• Grilling

• Baking

• Frying

What does poaching involve?

• Cooking in a dry environment

• Using intense radiant heat

• Deep frying in oil

• Using a small amount of hot liquid

Which method is best for cooking vegetables quickly to retain their crunch and color?

• Roasting

• Blanching

• Baking

• Braising

What is the primary characteristic of roasting?

• High initial heat to brown food

• Submerging food in liquid

• Low heat in oil

• Uses water vapor

Which method involves cooking food first by browning in fat, then simmering in liquid?

• Blanching

• Braising

• Frying

• Stewing