Cooking and Kitchen Safety Quiz

What does "dice" mean in cooking?

• Cut into thin strips

• Mix ingredients gently

• Cook over low heat

• Cut into small cubes

How would a recipe instruct you to julienne a carrot?

• "Grate the carrot finely."

• "Cut the carrot into matchstick-like strips."

• "Chop the carrot into large chunks."

• "Peel the carrot and dice it."

What is the primary purpose of sautéing?

• To brown food quickly in oil or butter

• To cook food in water

• To steam vegetables

• To caramelize sugar

Which tool is best for folding ingredients?

• Whisk

• Wooden spoon

• Knife

• Food processor

What is the difference between simmering and boiling?

• Simmering uses a lower heat than boiling.

• Boiling is done with a lid, simmering is not.

• Simmering is for desserts, boiling is for soups.

• Boiling uses oil, simmering does not.

What does it mean to "knead" dough?

• Roll dough into a ball

• Mix wet and dry ingredients

• Slice dough into shapes

• Press and fold dough to develop gluten

Which of the following foods would you "mince"?

• Potato

• Garlic

• Bread

• Carrot

What’s the main purpose of steaming food?

• Add a crispy texture

• Retain nutrients and moisture

• Caramelize the food

• Enhance colour through frying

What does "caramelize" mean in cooking?

• Soften vegetables in oil

• Cook food until crispy

• Brown sugar or natural sugars through heat

• Blend food into a paste

What’s the purpose of sifting flour?

• Add flavour to the flour

• Measure flour more accurately

• Add moisture to dry ingredients

• Remove lumps and aerate the mixture