9 Questions
What is frying?
Cooking of food in oil or another fat
What is the difference between pan-frying and sautéing?
Pan-frying involves turning the food over once or twice during cooking, while sautéing involves tossing the food in the pan.
What is the difference between shallow frying and deep frying?
Shallow frying uses only enough fat to immerse approximately one-third to one-half of each piece of food, while deep frying involves totally immersing the food in hot oil.
What is the advantage of using fats in frying?
Fats have a desired taste
What is the history of frying?
Frying was first used in the Ancient Egyptian kitchen during the Old Kingdom around 2500 BCE.
What is the difference between stir frying and pan frying?
Stir frying involves frying quickly at very high temperatures, while pan frying involves cooking foods in a thin layer of fat on a hot surface.
What are some common foods that are deep-fried?
Potato chips, French fries, nuts, and doughnuts
What is the advantage of deep frying in the food industry?
Food emerges sterile and dry with a relatively long shelf life
What is the earliest item that was fried?
Cakes known today as doughnuts
Study Notes
Get ready to test your knowledge on the delicious culinary technique of frying! Take this quiz and learn about the history, techniques, and various foods that can be fried. From crispy chicken to perfectly golden french fries, this quiz will surely make your mouth water. Don't forget to use some tongs or a spatula when flipping those foods!
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