TLE Cookery Quarter 2: Salad Preparation Tools

A bowl used for mixing salad ingredients.

Used for grilling salad toppings.

Grates food into fine pieces.

Tool for removing the zest (outer layer) of citrus fruits.

A tool used to remove excess water from salad greens.

Removes outer skin (peel) from certain vegetables.

A combination of vegetables, fruits and other ingredients served with a dressing.

A general-purpose kitchen tool for cutting or slicing food.

A tool for serving salads, usually a bowl, and tools to get the salad out of it.

A board used for cutting fruits, vegetables, and meats, ideally with separate boards for raw meat and produce to avoid cross-contamination.

Removing food and other soil, such as from dishes, glasses and cutting boards.

A tool with a sharp blade for cutting ingredients, typically with a sturdy stainless steel blade for use in the kitchen.

Transferring harmful bacteria from one food item to another, especially when preparing raw meat and produce simultaneously.

A procedure that lowers the number of microorganisms on a surface to a safe level.

To kill harmful bacteria on kitchen tools and equipment, ensuring food safety.

Removing food debris and visible dirt from kitchen tools and equipment.

Allowing kitchen tools to dry completely in the air after cleaning.

A sanitizing method using a diluted bleach solution (1 tablespoon bleach per gallon of water).

Drying tools thoroughly after cleaning is crucial to prevent mold and bacteria growth.

A zester is a kitchen tool specifically designed to remove the thin, fragrant outer layer (zest) from citrus fruits, leaving the white pith behind.

Washing a dishcloth with detergent to eliminate bacteria and ensure hygienic cleaning.

Storing cleaned kitchen tools in a sanitized container to prevent contamination.

A method of sanitizing kitchen tools by immersing them in boiling water for 5 minutes.

A grater, or shredder, is a kitchen utensil used to transform food into fine particles or shreds. It's ideal for grating cheese, vegetables, and spices.

A grill pan is used to broil or grill salad toppings, adding a smoky, char-grilled flavor to things like vegetables or chicken for your salad.

A salad spinner is a kitchen gadget that helps remove excess water from washed salad greens by spinning them in a perforated basket. This ensures a crisper salad and prevents it from being soggy.

When choosing mixing bowls for salad preparation, opt for sturdy, heavy glass or ceramic materials. These materials are less likely to react with acidic ingredients, preventing any unwanted taste changes.

Salad servers are specifically designed to efficiently handle and serve salad ingredients. They often come in sets with large salad bowls and serving bowls, and they are chosen for their ability to grasp and toss salad ingredients, no matter how slippery they are.

A cutting board is a flat surface, usually made of wood or plastic, that is used for safely cutting fruits, vegetables, and meat.

Cleaning is the process of removing food and other soil from a surface, such as a dish, glass, or cutting board.

A citrus zester is a kitchen tool with a small, serrated blade that is used to remove the outer layer (zest) of citrus fruits, like lemons or oranges, for flavoring dishes.

Cleaning and sanitizing kitchen tools after cooking is crucial to prevent the spread of bacteria. This ensures food safety and prevents cross-contamination between different ingredients or meals.

A mixing bowl is a versatile tool used for a range of tasks in salad preparation, including mixing dressings, marinating ingredients, holding different salad elements, and finally, tossing all ingredients together.

Sanitizing is a process that lowers the number of microorganisms on a surface to a safe level, often done with hot water and soap.

Cross-contamination occurs when harmful bacteria from one food item transfer to another, often happening when handling raw meat and produce on the same surface.

Cleaning kitchen tools is crucial to prevent the spread of bacteria and maintain a healthy kitchen environment.