🔪 Introduction

Overview of the tools, techniques, and principles used in modern cooking to prepare and present food. It’s the foundation of turning raw ingredients into culinary masterpieces.

👨‍🍳 Kitchens and catering

The design, equipment, and operations of professional kitchens and catering services. Think of it as the backstage where culinary magic happens.

🍽️ The culinary area

The space where food is prepared, cooked, and plated, including the layout and workflow. It’s the chef’s playground, optimized for efficiency and creativity.

🔥 Cooking methods

Various techniques used to cook food, such as boiling, frying, baking, and grilling. These are the different ways to transform ingredients into delicious dishes.

1. 💧 Water cooking

Techniques that use water or steam, like boiling, poaching, and steaming. It’s about using water to gently cook and retain the nutrients in your food.

2. 🍟 Oils cooking

Methods involving oil or fat, such as frying, sautéing, and deep-frying. These techniques add flavour and texture through the magic of hot oil.

3. 🥧 Air cooking

Techniques that use hot air, like baking, roasting, and air frying. It’s about using air to evenly cook and crisp your food.

4. 🍿 Other cooking methods

Additional techniques like microwaving, sous-vide, and smoking that don’t fit into traditional categories. These are the innovative methods that bring new textures and flavours to the table.

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