Cooking methods - How to know which is best for my food?
Image Source: https://www.gffoodservice.com.au/idea/cooking-terms-and-definitions/ Cooking is the culinary process by which heat is used to physically and/or chemically change the appearance, texture, composition and nutritional value of food to satisfy the senses of sight, taste and smell, to make food more digestible and appetizing, and to increase its shelf life and safety. But, do we really know all the cooking techniques and which foods are best suited to them? Let's find out: Dry heat methods Dry heat cooking works without any moisture, broth, or water present. Instead, it relies on circulating hot air or contact with fat to transfer heat to foods. Temperatures of 300 degrees or more create browning, a reaction where amino acids and sugars in food turn brown and create a distinct aroma and flavor. The unique scents of toasted bread or seared meat are examples of dry heat cooking at work. Generally speaking, there are two different methods: direct and indirect. Direct me...
