Culinary Arts Basic

What does the word "chop" mean in cooking?

• To mix ingredients evenly

• To cut into small pieces

• To boil water quickly

• To remove the skin

Which verb means "to remove the outer skin of a vegetable"?

• slice

• peel

• dice

• grate

What is the correct meaning of "knead"?

• To shape dough into balls

• To mix ingredients gently

• To press and fold dough

• To pour batter into a pan

Which action means “to cook food in hot oil quickly”?

• boil

• steam

• fry

• grill

What does “grate” mean in cooking?

• To blend until smooth

• To heat with steam

• To shred into small pieces

• To pour into a bowl

What is the meaning of “bake”?

• To cook food in the oven

• To boil with low heat

• To chop into small parts

• To stir with a spoon

What is “sauté” used for?

• To boil food slowly

• To cook with little oil

• To freeze food quickly

• To whisk cream firmly

Which of the following means “to cook food over direct heat”?

• grill

• simmer

• blanch

• fold

What does the word “drizzle” mean in the kitchen?

• To cut with a sharp knife

• To pour a small amount

• To cook for a long time

• To remove with a spoon

What is the best definition of “season”?

• To keep food cold

• To add salt or spices

• To pour thick sauce

• To chop food neatly