Basic cooking glossary what do all those cooking terms mean. Using any dictionary of food preparation terms unscramble each word and write it in the blank to the left of its definition. Page 3 of 57 aim noun what the teacher wants to achieve in the lesson or in the course. The cooking is usually completed by another method. Print out recipes and also food facts and blank coloring pages.
Bbc food glossary bbci foods glossary of food terms, equipment and techniques. The photos displayed on this website were purchased legally from, and. Definitions of basic culinary terms cia culinary school. Boil to heat a food so that the liquid gets hot enough for bubbles to rise and break the surface 3. This glossary contains nontechnical descriptions of all the terms in economics for everyone highlighted in small capitals. The action of adding wine, water, vinegar, stock, or another liquid to a frying pan after cooking something. Chop to cut into small pieces with a bench cutter, knife or scissors. Cooking terms and definitions center for young womens. Known as awabi in japanese cuisine, as loco in south american, as ormer in the english channel, as muttonfish in australia and as. Food and cooking terms a english to spanish aceite add agregar add anadir alcohol alcohol. Students are academically engaged when they are participating in activitiesinstruction in a meaningful way and understanding the tasks in which they are involved. Beat to mix vigorously, using an over and over or rapid rotary motion. A list of common cooking terms, many of which are not found on the list above. A spicy condiment usually made of mango and oil and served with curry.
This is also a great list of cooking words to help teach children about cooking. When necessary, the glossary also provides contextual and usage notes. We put together this glossary for you because cooking should be fun, not confusing. If youre going to be a chef or any kind of professional in the food world, you need to know the terminology of cooking and baking. To roast meat slowly on a spit or rack over heat basting frequently with a highly seasoned sauce. The most popular game birds hunted for sport and food. Greetings from saucegal, chef, cooking teacher, and recipe editor.
A flavored mayonnaise made with eggs, olive oil and gar lic. Nov 29, 2008 the cooking is usually completed by another method. This guide lists the most common cooking terms along with the definitions to help you follow a recipe and learn new cooking skills. Heres an az of cooking terms to help you decipher any tricky words that may appear. Glossary of simple cooking terms simple daily recipes. Where multiple terms are provided, we trust the translator to use the term that best applies to a specific context and audience. Glossary of reading terms florida center for reading. They are very adaptable and, with increased quantities, may be eaten as a main course, generally for lunch.
To spoon pan juices, melted fat, or another liquid over the surface of food during cooking to keep the food moist and add flavor. Youll find explanations here for cooking terms, ingredients, and techniques mentioned in our recipes. Following a recipe will be easy for you if you know the meanings of all the terms used. A mollusk related to the sea snail, eaten fresh, dried and salted, or cooked in dishes similar to clam chowder. Baste the process of spooning or pouring pan juices over food while it cooks. A basic white sauce of milk, butter and flour, flav ored with onion, cloves, salt and pepper.
A glossy finish to a sweet or savory pie, created by brushing with beaten egg or milk before cooking, or sugar and water after cooking. Cooking glossary and terminology more than gourmet. Cooking terms starting with s sachet a small bag usually made of cheesecloth containing herbs and spices and is placed into soups, stews, stocks and sauces while cooking for added flavor and is removed when the item is finished cooking. Blanching also helps loosen skins from tomatoes, peaches, and almonds. A product not entered into a stores inventory file, therefore it will not scan at checkout. An english term for broiled food, cooked under direct heat or over a fire barbecue. Dress has two definitions when it comes to cooking, firstly to coat. Balsamic vinegar, a sweetandsour, darkbrown vinegar traditionally made in. Combine to mix or blend two or more ingredients together. Usually used generally to refer to grilling done outdoors or over an open charcoal or wood fire. Some terms come with a video showing an example of that. Culinary dictionary a, food dictionary, whats cooking. To partially cook fruits, vegetables, or nuts in boiling water or steam to intensify and set color and flavor.
An aromatic spice, about the size of a pea, used in. Below is a list of cooking terms in scrambled form. Nov 29, 2009 baste to brush or ladle melted fat or other liquid over a food while cooking. Glossary subject headings manual glossary page 3 january 2020 library of congress subject headings. Entries include pictures, descriptions, synonyms, pronunciations, and suggested substitutions. A flavored mayonnaise made with eggs, olive oil and garlic. Select more recently dried and packaged fruits, which have a softer texture than older dried fruits. The giant list of 101 culinary terms every chef knows.
Italicized terms within the definitions are themselves defined elsewhere in the glossary, for crossreference. To mix ingredients together with a circular up and down motion using a spoon, wisk, or rotary or electric beater. To combine two or more ingredients by hand, or with an electric mixer or blender, until. Glossary of reading terms florida state university. This glossary is here to have a glossary for some of the terms that ill be using in my articles by no means a definitive collection. Heavy whipping cream, sometimes simply labeled heavy cream, has a butterfat content of at least 36 percent.
Fruit butters, conserves, curds, jams, jellies, marmalades and preserves. Here are some common cooking terms that many recipes may list. Ammonium bicarbonate baking soda a leavening agent used during the baking process. Culinary terminology chefs college of international skills. Chill make mixture or cooking bowl cold by placing in refrigerator or in ice. Understanding these terms and using the correct procedure contribute to the success of the food product.
The giant list of 101 culinary terms every chef knows toast pos. Deglazing th e process of placing liquid, usually a win r stock in. Food and cookery dictionary english to spanish spanish to english here is a handy list of food and cooking terms in both english and spanish, great for taking to the grocery store when shopping and need to ask where something is. A stage aim is the aim or purpose of a stage, step or short section of a lesson, e. Culinary dictionary a, food dictionary, whats cooking america. Glossary of health coverage and medical terms this glossary defines many commonly used terms, butisnt a full list. Baking and cooking terms key use your textbook or the internet to locate the definition to the baking and cooking terms. Glossary of cooking terms university of minnesota duluth. Beat making a mixture smooth by whipping or stirring with a spoon, fork, wire whisk. Oct 26, 2018 our list of 101 culinary terms includes cooking terminology, food prep terms, and beverage definitions that every chef should know. Familiarity with the lingo and how to use these words gives you instant credibility in every restaurant kitchen. To coat an item in flour, crumbs, cornmeal, or another dry ingredient prior to cooking it.
French cuisine glossary a very large and reliable french to english glossary by patricia wells. Coat to thoroughly cover a food with a liquid or dry mixture. The liquid removes the brown bits that are stuck to the pan, which are then incorporated in a pan sauce to be served. Here are dozens of tasty dishes for you to try making at home.
A complete and comprehensive glossary of cooking terms. Pasta especially should never be overcooked and gluey. Poverty defined with respect to an absolute material standard of living. An aromatic spice, about the size of a pea, used in spicy or sweet foods like. Well continue to expand the page based on input from our cooking friends. College or the project funder, citizenship and multicultural division. Our list of 101 culinary terms includes cooking terminology, food prep terms, and beverage definitions that every chef should know. A richhly spiced liquid used to give flavour and assist in tenderising meat and fish. This is an important step in preparing fruits and vegetables for freezing. Herb and spice glossary an excellent glossary with a few words but fantastic etymologies cooks thesaurus the cooks thesaurus is a cooking encyclopedia that covers thousands of ingredients and kitchen tools.
Our dietitians have put together a cooking glossary to use a reference guide when reading recipes. It is sometimes called coffee cream or table cream. Cooking at home is often healthier and less expensive than eating out, however sometimes recipes contain terms that can be confusing. The terms light and heavy describe creams butterfat content and related richness. This is betty crockers dictionary of over cooking terms. Certain nut meats and fruits are blanched by this method to loosen the skin for easy removal. Where multiple terms are provided, we trust the translator to use the term.
Glossary of cooking terms a to z bank of information. Broadcasting terms closeup shot of the face of the subject that dominated the frame so that little background is visible. Glossary of arabic recipes glossary of arabic dishes linked to actual recipes. Statements and opinions in this document do not reflect those of winnipeg technical. Glossary of food terms t ested recipes and good measuring techniques help ensure good results when cooking and baking. The printed list of headings produced from the subject authority file maintained by the library of congress and published annually. Balsamic vinegar, a sweetandsour, darkbrown vinegar traditionally made in modena. This word list may be posted on an transparency or on the student handout. Cooking terminology al dente an italian term meaning to the tooth. The term is frequently abbreviated as lcsh and is sometimes used interchangeably with the term subject authority file.
To remove the thin skin of fruit or a vegetable with a small knife or vegetable peeler. Its also important to understand the terms used in the instructions of a recipe. A glossary of common cooking terms a how to guide for commonly asked cooking questions temperature rules for cooking food safely we hope you will enjoy the recipes in this cookbook. To cook food in hot cooking oil until it turns a light crispy brown. Glossary of reading terms accuracy part of fluency. Glossary of food terms osu extension catalog oregon state. Intensely flavored and satisfyingly chewy many forms of sundried or kilndried fruits may be added to enhance the taste or texture of muffins and quick bread. The pasta should be cooked until just soft with a slightly chewy centre. These glossary terms and definitionsare intended to be educational and may be different from the terms and definitions in your plan or health insurance policy. Deep frying a dryhea t cooking method tha uses convection to transfer heat to a food submerged in preheated oil. Italian term used to describe pasta that is cooked until it offers a slight resistance to the bite. An outstanding and large culinary dictionary and glossary that includes the definitions and history of cooking, food, and beverage terms.
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