Food Preparation Terms
and Techniques
Blend
Blend to thoroughly mix two or more ingredients until smooth and
uniform.
Chop
Chop to cut in pieces with a knife,chopper,or blender.
Marinate
Marinate to allow food to stand in mixture of spices and liquid; to
tenderize and add flavor.
Dissolv
e
Disolve to disperse dry
substance in liquid.
Truss
Truss to secure poultry or other meat with skewers.
Cream
Cream- to beat with electric mixer or a spoon.
Whip
Whip- to beat rapidly to incorporate air as in egg whites.
Stir
Stir- to mix ingredients with circular motion until well blended.
Blanch
Blanch- to dip or plunge food into boiling water for a few minutes.
Mince
Mince- to cut In small pieces with a knife or chopper.