Food Plating Techniques

Which of the following is a fundamental element of plating?

• Color

• Texture

• Shape

• All of the above.

Fill in the blank: To demonstrate the major steps of food plating, one must first understand the importance of _______.

• Ingredients

• Presentation

• Cooking

• Cleaning

Which of the following is an example of a plating style?

• Classic

• Free form

• Asian style

• All of the above.

Keeping up to date with the latest plating trends can be done by ______.

• watching cooking shows

• dining out and reading food magazines

• attending cooking classes

• browsing social media

What does providing a variety of texture in food presentation help to create?

• A uniform look

• An exciting variety in mouthfeel

• A single flavor

• A dull appearance

Having several ingredients can ______ a dish.

• enhance

• clutter

• simplify

• beautify

Fill in the blank: Developing a nutritionally-balanced dish involves the right proportions of protein, carbohydrates, and ________ on the plate.

• Fruits

• Vegetables

• Dairy

• Grains

Fill in the blank: Developing a balanced dish requires the right proportions of protein, carbohydrates, and ________.

• Sugars

• Vegetables

• Fats

• Salts

Fill in the blank: A dish should include a main item and ________ elements such as vegetables, sauces, and garnishes.

• supporting

• main

• optional

• unnecessary

Which of the following plating techniques can create a sense of height and dimension on a plate?

• Spreading food flat

• Stacking food vertically

• Placing food in a single layer

• Arranging food in a circle

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept