cooking methods

cooking methods

1. grilling

   • cooked on a grill grate or rack above heat
   • highly flavorful foods

2. broiling

   • high heat from above
   • tender cuts of meats

3. roasting and baking

   • hot heat in oven
   • heat surrounds the food cooking the layers

4. sauteing

   • pan should be pre heated
   • high heat low fat

5. deep frying

   • inside should be moist and tender
   • in hot oil until done

6. stir fry

   • high heat
   • low fat

7. pan fry

   • small amount of fat
   • batter or breading

8. simmering

   • constant temp.
   • completely in liquid

9. poaching

   • some motion but no air bubbles
   • between 160-180

10. blanching

    • a type of boiling
    • partially cooking

11. steaming

    • cooking by covering it and not allowing the steam to escape

12. boiling

    • 212F
    • nutrient loss is high