Cooking Terms Quiz

What is a cooking term usually?

• A noun or object

• A verb or action

• A place or location

• A color or texture

What does the term "Boil" mean in cooking?

• To cook food in hot oil

• To cook food in water at 212 °F

• To cook food slowly in a pan

• To cook food in steam

What does "Grate" refer to in cooking?

• To slice into thin pieces

• To shred into small pieces using a grater

• To blend into a smooth mixture

• To cook on a grill

What does "Slice" mean in culinary terms?

• To cut into cubes

• To cut into thin, flat pieces

• To chop into small pieces

• To blend into a puree

What does "Whisk" mean in cooking?

• To stir slowly

• To beat or stir rapidly

• To bake in an oven

• To fry in oil

What does it mean to grate food?

• To cut food into small cubes

• To remove the seeds from fruits

• To reduce food to small shreds by rubbing it on a grater

• To cut food into thin strips

What is the definition of "core" in cooking terms?

• To cut into small cubes

• To remove the seeds or tough woody centers from fruits and vegetables

• To cut into thin strips

• To reduce food to small shreds

How is "dice" defined in cooking?

• To cut into long, thin strips

• To cut food into small cubes

• To remove the outer skin of a fruit

• To trim something by cutting away its outer edges

What is the definition of "Broil" in cooking terms?

• To combine ingredients by stirring

• To cook on a rack or baking sheet under direct heat

• To beat ingredients until smooth

• To cook over medium-high heat

How is "Grease" defined in cooking?

• To thoroughly combine ingredients

• To rub the interior surface of a cooking dish with shortening, oil, or butter

• To cook on a rack under direct heat

• To soak in a flavored liquid