Cooking Terms Page 4

Stir Fry

To cook in a frying pan or wok over high heat in a small amount of fat, stirring constantly.

Sweat

To cook gently, usually in butter, a bit of oil, or the foods own juices to soften but not brown the food.

Toast

To brown with dry heat in an oven or toaster.

Whip

To beat rapidly with a wire whisk, beater or electric mixer to incorporate air, lighten and increase volume.

Zest

To grate the outer, colored portion of the skin of a citrus fruit, avoiding the white pith. The thin parings that result are also called the zest.

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