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The Ultimate Cooking Challenge

Sucheta Pradhan

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Cooking is an art as much as it is a science. That’s why they say that it’s not everyone’s cup of tea. If your dishes make people go gaga over them, test your knowledge of cooking with this quiz!
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Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
The scientific study of cooking with respect to its nutritional value is called “molecular gastronomy”. The term was coined in 1988 by the Hungarian physicist, Nicholas Kurti, and the French chemist, Hervé This.
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Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
Though some archaeological evidence shows that human ancestors may have started cooking their food about 1 million years ago, there are many, which also suggest that use of controlled fire for cooking took place as long ago as 2 million years ago.
The beginning …
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Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
Binding agent is any substance or ingredient that makes a dry and/or loose mixture tighter so that it sticks together. Popular binding agents include egg, flour, boiled potato, gelatin, oatmeal, milk, breadcrumbs, etc.
Tastefully bound …
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Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
The cooking technique in which food is quickly boiled for a short time and then immediately placed in ice water is called “blanching”. The use of ice water immediately stops the cooking process.
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Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
There are several cooking techniques, which include braising, steaming, poaching, sautéing, frying, roasting, and so on. The term “spatchcock”, however, refers to splitting open a whole chicken, duck, or other poultry so it can be easily grilled.
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Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
In terms of cooking, “julienne” refers to cutting food in long, thin strips resembling matchsticks. Commonly, food items such as ginger, carrots, etc., are cut into julienne strips.
Cut it right …
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Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
Pasta should always be cooked al dente, which means that it should be tender yet firm when you actually bite it with your teeth. In Italian, al dente literally means “to the tooth”.
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Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
Chiffonade is a technique of slicing green leafy veggies and herbs such as basil, spinach, sorrel, lettuce, etc., in long, thin strips. It is a French technique of finely chopping flat-leafed veggies, which can then be used to garnish pastas, salads, etc.
Slice it through …
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Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
The brining solution is made by mixing water and salt. It is used to soak meats of all kinds before they can actually be put on fire. It not only makes the meats tender and flavorful, but also prevents it from overcooking.
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Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
While egg yolks and cream are the basic ingredients of custard, other supporting items such as sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla flavor are also added many times to enhance the taste. Custard forms the base of many mouthwatering desserts from around the world.
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Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
Crème brûlée a.k.a. burned cream is a French custard-based dessert popular all across the world. It is topped with a delicious layer of hardened caramelized sugar, which really makes this delicacy a sure shot showstopper.
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Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
The term surf 'n' turf refers to a main course dish that features a delectable combination of red meat and seafood. Steakhouses in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia commonly have surf 'n' turf on their menus.
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