1. Grilling | | Breads, pastries and other sweet items |
2. Boil | | Food is submerged in liquid which is between 160-180F |
3. Roast | | Adding enough fat to a hot pan |
4. Bake | | It refers more to proteins and vegetables |
5. Pan-Fry | | Brown caramelized outside |
6. Deep-Fry | | Food is par-cooked followed by an ice-bath |
7. Sauté | | Heat source comes from the top |
8. Sear | | It gives ingredients the charred lines |
9. Poach | | Cooked in a thin layer of fat over medium-high heat. |
10. Simmer | | Food is submerged in liquid which reaches up to 212F |
11. Broil | | Food does not come in contact with the liquid |
12. Steam | | Tiny bubbles appear on the surface |
13. Braise | | Uses smaller ingredients |
14. Stew | | Pot roasts and poultry legs |
15. Blanche | | Crispy golden brown exterior, a fully cooked interior |