Clean and Maintain Kitchen Tools Flashcards
is mostly used in the
kitchen and most popular because it
is lightweight, attractive and less
expensive. It requires care to keep it
shiny and clean. It also gives even
heat distribution no matter what heat
temperature you have.
Aluminum
is the most popular
material used for tools and
equipment, but it is more expensive. It
is easier to clean and shine and will
not wear out easily.
Stainless steel
is used for salad making and
dessert but not practical for top or
surface cooking. Great care is needed
to ensure a long shelf life.
Glass
How to take care of glass?
- To remove stain, use 2 tablespoons
of liquid bleach per cup of water when
soaking and cleaning. - Use baking soda to remove grease
crust and boiled vinegar as final rinse. - Use nylon scrub
is durable but must be kept
oiled to avoid rusting. Salad oil with
no salt or shortening can be rubbed
inside and out and dried. Wash
withsoap (not detergent) before using.
Cast Iron
is used when
temperature must be kept below
boiling, such as for egg
sauces,puddings, and to keep food
warm without overcooking.
Double boiler
is a special coating applied
inside aluminum or steel pots and
pans. It prevents food from sticking to
the pan. It
Teflon
used to open a
food containers.
Can opener
also called a vegetable
strainer which are essential for
various tasks from cleaning
vegetables to straining pasta or
contents.
Colanders
are used
for cutting and chopping. They are
dull than knives, are greatly
durable and cheap but may not last
long.
Plastic and hard rubber
are wooden or
plastic board where meat, fruits and
vegetables are cut.
Cutting boards
Using plastic
cutting board is more sanitary than
wooden board (blank)
as it does not absorb
food juices that can serve as
medium for bacterial growth.
are used to fill jars, made of
various sizes of stainless steel,
aluminum, or of plastic.
funnels
is a kitchen tool which is
specifically designed for the purpose
of pulping garlic.
Garlic Press
are used to grate, shred,
slice and separate foods such as
carrots, cabbage and cheese.
Graters
They are practical for
opening food packages, cutting tape or
string or simply remove labels or tags
from items. Other cutting tools such as
box cutters are also handy for opening
packages.
Kitchen shears