Lesson 3: Cooking Terms and Tools of the Kitchen: Large and Small EquipmentObjective 1
After completing readings, you will define common cooking terms. It is important that you understand common cooking terms. When you read a recipe, you need to be able to perform the cooking tasks asked of you. Your textbook defines some of the most common cooking terms and cooking techniques that might be required of you in this course. Read through the directions for the Chinese vegetable stir fry recipe. Make sure you understand and can provide a simple definition for each cooking term. Chinese Vegetable Stir Fry
Directions: Dissolve bouillon in water. Heat oil in wok to medium-high temperature (375º). Coat chicken in flour, then sauté in oil. Add onion and garlic and continue to cook, stirring constantly. Add dissolved bouillon and place lid on wok to steam for three minutes, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, drain canned vegetables, reserving liquid. Set vegetables aside. Mix cornstarch and reserved liquid. Add broccoli and celery to chicken mixture. Stir fry for one minute. Blend in zucchini. Cover and steam for one to two minutes, stirring occasionally. Add liquid, mixed Chinese vegetables, and carrots. Stir until thickened. Season with seasoned salt and serve with warm rice. Reading AssignmentBetty Crocker’s Cookbook:
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