Science Common Sense

446 - What are the basic principles of cooking?

The basic principles of cooking are:

1. Heat Control: Learning how to use different temperatures (high, medium, low) to cook food.
2. Knife Skills: Knowing how to safely chop, dice, and slice ingredients.
3. Mixing and Blending: Combining ingredients in the right order and way to create a dish.
4. Moisture and Liquid: Understanding how to use the right amount of liquid and how it affects the food.
5. Timing and Resting: Knowing when to cook and when to let food rest (such as meat) to make it tender.
6. Taste and Seasoning: Adding salt, pepper, and other seasonings to make food taste good.
7. Sanitation and Safety: Keeping the kitchen clean, washing hands, and handling food safely.
8. Following a Recipe: Reading and following a recipe to create a specific dish.

These principles help you become a good cook and create delicious meals.