PCC Culinary Techniques & Cooking Methods 2

Question 1

Which technique involves cooking food sealed in an airtight plastic bag submerged in a precisely temperature-controlled water bath?

Accepted Answer

Sous vide

Answer

Sous vide uses vacuum-sealed bags in a temperature-controlled water bath to cook food evenly and retain moisture.

Question 2

When making a pan sauce, what is the technique of using liquid to dissolve browned food particles stuck to the pan called?

Accepted Answer

Deglazing

Answer

Deglazing involves adding liquid (wine, stock, or water) to a hot pan to lift the fond (browned bits), forming the base of a pan sauce.

Question 3

A chef wants to achieve a crispy crust on fish without overcooking it. Which dry-heat method is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Sautéing

Answer

Sautéing uses high heat with minimal fat to quickly cook fish, developing a golden crust while preserving a moist interior.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of blanching vegetables before freezing them?

Accepted Answer

To inactivate enzymes that cause deterioration

Answer

Blanching briefly in boiling water inactivates enzymes that cause color loss, off-flavors, and texture deterioration during freezing.

Question 5

Which of the following best describes the 'carryover cooking' phenomenon?

Accepted Answer

Food continues cooking from residual heat after being removed from the heat source

Answer

Carryover cooking occurs when food continues to cook from stored internal heat after it is removed from the heat source, typically raising internal temperature 5–15°F.

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PCC Culinary Techniques & Cooking Methods 2