Copy of Cooking Methods Test

Which cooking method uses dry heat to cook food in an oven?

• Boiling
• Steaming
• Baking
• Sauteing

What is the primary purpose of sauteing food?

• to cook food in water
• to quickly cook food in a small amount of fat over high heat
• to cook food slowly in its own juices
• to cook food with steam

When food is submerged in boiling water until cooked, this method is called:

• Braising
• Poaching
• Boiling
• Grilling

Which cooking method involves cooking food over an open flame or heat source?

• Roasting
• Steaming
• Grilling
• Baking

What cooking method involves cooking food in a small amount of water or broth?

• Boiling
• Poaching
• Sauteing
• Frying

Which method is used to preserve the natural flavor and texture of vegetables by cooking without submerging in water?

• Steaming
• Baking
• Roasting
• Braising

What is the key difference between frying and sauteing?

• Frying uses less fat than sauteing
• Sauteing is done over higher heat than frying
• Frying usually involves fully submerging the food in oil
• There is no difference; they are the same method

In which cooking method is food cooked slowly in a small amount of liquid, often with a lid?

• Baking
• Simmering
• Boiling
• Grilling

Which cooking technique typically involves using a high heat source similar to a grill?

• Baking
• Broiling
• Poaching
• Steaming

Which method involves cooking food in its own fat or minimal fat?

• Deep frying
• Pan frying
• Sauteing
• Braising