cooking technique

noun

UK /ˈkʊk.ɪŋ tekˈniːk/

US /ˈkʊk.ɪŋ tekˈniːk/

A special way to make food.

Frying is a cooking technique that makes food crispy.

SYNONYMS

cooking method culinary method food preparation method cooking style kitchen method

RELATED WORDS

recipe ingredient kitchen chef meal

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A specific skill used to prepare food, such as chopping or kneading.

She practiced her knife skills as a basic cooking technique.

3. A traditional way of preparing food in a certain culture.

Steaming dumplings is a traditional cooking technique in China.

4. A step-by-step process used in professional kitchens to get consistent results.

Sous-vide is a modern cooking technique used by many chefs.