Cooking Terms Glossary

Learn the language of cooking with our comprehensive glossary of culinary terms.

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To cook by dry heat, either covered or uncovered, in an oven or oven-type appliance.

To moisten meat or other foods with pan drippings, fruit juice or a sauce. Prevents drying of food s...

To make a mixture smooth by introducing air with a brisk over and over motion using a spoon, or a ro...

To make a mixture smooth by introducing air with a brisk over and over motion using a spoon, or a ro...

to combine two or more ingredients thoroughly.

To heat a liquid until bubbles continuously break on the surface

To cook slowly in a broiler or over hot coals.

To coat with flour, then dip into slightly diluted beaten egg or milk, and finally coat with bread,...

To cook by direct heat, under a broiler or over hot coals.

To cook at a medium heat until meat has turned brown.