Poaching

Commonly used to cook fish, liquid with no bubbles and showing some motion:

• Poaching

• Simmering

• Blanching

• Steaming

Do you remember what this kitchen tool is used for?

• baking cupcakes

• serving small portions of food

• poaching eggs

• serving small children

Can you identify this important tool that is used for poaching?

• pot spoon

• strainer

• slotted spoon

• Thong

This is a major disadvantage to poaching food

• skill is required to perfect poaching

• no skill is required to perfect poaching

• nutrients loss is minimal

• moist and tender food is produced

What do you think is one of the most important safety tips from today's lesson.

• always unplug appliances after use

• Do not touch plugs with wet hands

• make sure you have your correct PPE

• careful when handling sharp knives

Which of the following groups of items are suitable for poaching?

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What is one major disadvantage of poaching

• nutrients can be lost

• nutrients can be gained

• food tends to be moist

• foods tend to be tender