18 Questions
What is the purpose of covering food in water to prevent discoloration?
To prevent the food from coming into contact with oxygen
Which method is recommended for preventing discoloration of apples and pears?
Covering in salt water
What is the purpose of the fish filleting technique 'sakana no sabakikata'?
To cut the fish into three equal parts
When cutting ingredients vertically into ultra-fine strips, what size are they typically?
Ultra-fine strips
What does 'katsuramuki' refer to in basic preparation processes?
Peeling something finely
Which method is suitable for preventing discoloration of burdock and lotus root?
Covering in vinegar water
What is one of the main purposes of using vinegar in pickled food?
Prevent the growth of bacteria
Why is it important to avoid liquid leaking from mixed ingredients when preserving food in vinegar?
To prevent the concentration of vinegar from being diluted
Which process refers to making ingredients into a form that is convenient to eat without necessarily cooking them with heat?
Shaping and Arranging
Why is hand sanitation and hygiene control important when preparing dishes like rice balls or sushi?
As these foods are later consumed without heat processing or sterilization
What is the primary reason for using disposable gloves when shaping rice balls or sushi by hand?
To maintain hygiene and prevent contamination
In preparing pickled food, what can happen if the liquid from mixed ingredients leaks and dilutes the vinegar concentration?
Bacteria may spread easily
What is the main purpose of marinating raw ingredients according to the text?
To season the raw ingredients
Which of the following is NOT a main task of basic preparation processes as stated in the text?
Sterilizing raw materials
What is one of the main tasks of basic preparation processes related to cutting raw ingredients?
Throwing away parts not to be eaten before cutting
Which of the following activities is NOT listed as a main task of basic preparation processes?
Sterilizing raw materials using high heat
What does calculating the required amounts for cooking involve according to the text?
Taking out only the necessary ingredients from storage
Why do basic preparation processes include cutting raw ingredients into required shapes?
To make them easier to eat and visually appealing
Test your knowledge of Japanese knife skills techniques with this quiz! Identify the different cutting methods for ingredients like cutting into shapes, fine strips, ultra-fine strips, batons, and rectangles. Also, recognize techniques like peeling finely and chopping finely.
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