METHODS OF COOKING GRAIN, STARCH AND CEREAL DISHES

Question 1

always wash rice before cooking it by putting it into a ________

Answer 1

strainer

Question 2

put the strainer in a bowl of _____ water

Answer 2

cold

Question 3

this is the best method for retaining nutrients

Answer 3

absorption method

Question 4

it is the simplest method of preparation

Answer 4

boiling method

Question 5

use a measured amount of liquid to ensure the proper texture of the finished product

Answer 5

steaming and simmering method

Question 6

this method produces a consistent product by employing a thermostat and timer that cooks the rice at a simmer for precisely the right amount of time

Answer 6

rice cooker method

Question 7

characterized by the use of a flavored liquid and the addition of aromatic ingredients

Answer 7

pilaf method

Question 8

it is a classic Italian cooking method for medium grain rice

Answer 8

risotto method

Question 9

this is a variation of the absorption method

Answer 9

microwaving rice

Question 10

least processed form of rice, it is usually cooked in 50-60 minutes

Answer 10

brown rice

Question 11

polished grains, usually enriched - 25-30 minutes

Answer 11

white rice, long grain

Question 12

polished grains usually enriched, cooks up tender and moist with grains tending to stick together - 25-30 minutes

Answer 12

white rice medium grain

Question 13

parboiled to remove the surface starch - 25-30 minutes

Answer 13

converted rice

Question 14

polished grains, usually enriched cooks up very tender and sticky - 30-40 minutes

Answer 14

white rice, short grain rice

Question 15

short grains, polished - 15-20 minutes

Answer 15

italian short grain rice

Question 16

long dark brown seed that is prepared in the same way as rice - 35-60 minutes

Answer 16

wild rice

Question 17

7 types of rice

Answer 17

brown rice
white rice, long grain
white rice, medium grain
white rice, short grain
converted rice
Italian short grain rice
wild rice