Moist Cooking Methods

Which moist cooking method is often used for delicate proteins like fish or eggs?

• Simmering
• Boiling
• Braising
• Poaching

What is the main benefit of using steaming as a cooking method?

• Adds extra calories
• Makes food crispy
• Retains natural color and nutrients
• Reduces cooking time

Which moist cooking method involves searing food at a high temperature before cooking it slowly in liquid?

• Simmering
• Poaching
• Boiling
• Braising

Which moist cooking method involves cooking food in a liquid at a high temperature?

• Simmering
• Poaching
• Boiling
• Steaming

What is the relationship between cooking method and the tenderness of food in moist cooking methods?

• Cooking method has no impact on tenderness
• Cooking method affects tenderness by retaining moisture
• Cooking method makes food tough
• Cooking method reduces tenderness

What is the main advantage of using moist cooking methods?

• Dries out the food
• Reduces cooking time
• Retains natural flavors and nutrients
• Makes food tough

Which moist cooking method is done at a lower temperature than boiling?

• Boiling
• Simmering
• Poaching
• Steaming

What is the purpose of using liquid or steam in moist cooking methods?

• To speed up the cooking process
• To add more calories
• To dry out the food
• To retain natural flavors and nutrients

What is the purpose of braising as a moist cooking method?

• To sear food quickly
• To make tough cuts of meat tender and flavorful
• To make food tough
• To dry out the food

Which moist cooking method is popular for cooking vegetables, seafood, and grains?

• Steaming
• Poaching
• Simmering
• Boiling