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Why is simmering a more appropriate term than boiling in many cases?
Why is simmering a more appropriate term than boiling in many cases?
- Because it uses less water
- Because it requires advanced equipment
- Because it breaks up delicate vegetables (correct)
- Because it preserves color and nutrients
Steaming is a cooking method that involves submerging vegetables in water.
Steaming is a cooking method that involves submerging vegetables in water.
False (B)
What is pan-steaming, and what is its advantage?
What is pan-steaming, and what is its advantage?
Pan-steaming is a cooking method that combines boiling and steaming. Its advantage is that it quickly cooks vegetables while preserving their texture and flavor.
When boiling vegetables, it's essential to add _______________ to the water.
When boiling vegetables, it's essential to add _______________ to the water.
What is the purpose of adding a large quantity of water to cook green vegetables?
What is the purpose of adding a large quantity of water to cook green vegetables?
Sous vide cooking is a method that involves boiling vegetables in a pot.
Sous vide cooking is a method that involves boiling vegetables in a pot.
Match the cooking methods with their descriptions:
Match the cooking methods with their descriptions:
What is the purpose of reducing the cooking liquid to a glaze or sauce in pan-steaming?
What is the purpose of reducing the cooking liquid to a glaze or sauce in pan-steaming?
Why might a dish be browned under the broiler or salamander?
Why might a dish be browned under the broiler or salamander?
Grilling is only suitable for meaty mains.
Grilling is only suitable for meaty mains.
What is the result of grilling vegetables?
What is the result of grilling vegetables?
To prepare vegetables for grilling, you may need to _______ them into required shapes.
To prepare vegetables for grilling, you may need to _______ them into required shapes.
Match the following steps with the correct action in the procedure for broiling or grilling vegetables:
Match the following steps with the correct action in the procedure for broiling or grilling vegetables:
Why might you need to brush the grill with a wire brush?
Why might you need to brush the grill with a wire brush?
Vegetables should be cooked to the desired doneness and color before being removed from the broiler or grill.
Vegetables should be cooked to the desired doneness and color before being removed from the broiler or grill.
What is the benefit of marinating vegetables before grilling?
What is the benefit of marinating vegetables before grilling?
How many charcoal briquets are needed to set the temperature on a charcoal grill?
How many charcoal briquets are needed to set the temperature on a charcoal grill?
Vegetables are more expensive than meat.
Vegetables are more expensive than meat.
What is the term for when vegetables continue to cook slightly after being removed from direct heat?
What is the term for when vegetables continue to cook slightly after being removed from direct heat?
Larger vegetables such as eggplant, portabello mushrooms, and even artichoke ______________ can cook directly on the grill grate.
Larger vegetables such as eggplant, portabello mushrooms, and even artichoke ______________ can cook directly on the grill grate.
Match the following grilling methods with their descriptions:
Match the following grilling methods with their descriptions:
You can use disposable bamboo skewers for grilling without soaking them in water.
You can use disposable bamboo skewers for grilling without soaking them in water.
What is the recommended temperature for grilling certain vegetables?
What is the recommended temperature for grilling certain vegetables?
What is the purpose of a grill basket?
What is the purpose of a grill basket?
What determines when to add a vegetable to the stir-fry?
What determines when to add a vegetable to the stir-fry?
All vegetables require the same cooking time in a stir-fry.
All vegetables require the same cooking time in a stir-fry.
Why should you dry the vegetables before stir-frying?
Why should you dry the vegetables before stir-frying?
Briefly boiling the vegetables in a liquid, such as chicken broth, is an alternative to _______________ them before stir-frying.
Briefly boiling the vegetables in a liquid, such as chicken broth, is an alternative to _______________ them before stir-frying.
Match the vegetables with their characteristics:
Match the vegetables with their characteristics:
Why should you cut the vegetables into uniform sizes before stir-frying?
Why should you cut the vegetables into uniform sizes before stir-frying?
It's okay to add wet vegetables to the stir-fry.
It's okay to add wet vegetables to the stir-fry.
Why is it a good idea to wash the vegetables earlier in the day?
Why is it a good idea to wash the vegetables earlier in the day?
What is the advantage of baking vegetable combinations instead of cooking them on the range top?
What is the advantage of baking vegetable combinations instead of cooking them on the range top?
Any vegetable can be roasted regardless of its moisture content.
Any vegetable can be roasted regardless of its moisture content.
What is the purpose of parcooking vegetables in casseroles?
What is the purpose of parcooking vegetables in casseroles?
The exact temperature of the oven doesn't matter too much when _______ vegetables.
The exact temperature of the oven doesn't matter too much when _______ vegetables.
What is the result of baking candied sweet potatoes in a steamer?
What is the result of baking candied sweet potatoes in a steamer?
Baking is a quick and fast cooking method.
Baking is a quick and fast cooking method.
Match the following cooking methods with their characteristics:
Match the following cooking methods with their characteristics:
What is the final step in the procedure for baking and roasting vegetables?
What is the final step in the procedure for baking and roasting vegetables?
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Study Notes
Cooking Methods for Vegetables
- Boiling, simmering, steaming, pan-steaming, and sous vide are cooking methods for vegetables, each with its own advantages and suitable for specific types of vegetables.
Boiling
- Boiling is a common cooking method, but simmering is often a more appropriate term.
- Green vegetables are typically boiled to preserve color and nutrients.
- Delicate vegetables may break or turn watery when boiled, making simmering a better option.
Steaming
- Steaming is a popular method, especially with advanced equipment.
- It's ideal for cooking certain vegetables, like broccoli, that easily break or become mushy when simmered.
Pan-Steaming
- Pan-steaming combines boiling and steaming, cooking vegetables in a covered pan with a small amount of water.
- This method is quick and useful for cooking small quantities to order.
Grilling Vegetables
- Grilling is a great way to cook vegetables, caramelizing their natural sugars and enhancing their flavor.
- Preparing vegetables for grilling involves cleaning, cutting, seasoning, and sometimes marinating.
- Use direct and indirect heat to cook vegetables, and employ grilling hacks like grill baskets and foil packets.
Baking and Roasting Vegetables
- Baking and roasting are similar, but baking often refers to cooking in a covered dish, while roasting implies open cooking.
- Vegetables can be baked or roasted whole, halved, or in slices, depending on the type and desired texture.
- Finishing certain vegetable combinations, like casseroles, involves baking to cook undisturbed and produce desirable effects like browning and caramelization.
Stir-Frying Vegetables
- Stir-frying is a quick cooking method for vegetables, requiring technique and consideration of vegetable density and moisture levels.
- Choose the right vegetables, and prepare them by cutting to uniform sizes, washing, and draining excess moisture.
- Add vegetables to the wok or pan in the right order, and consider blanching or briefly boiling before stir-frying.
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