Techniques de Cuisine
Techniques fondamentales: saisir, braiser, sauter et plus encore.
Saisir
BeginnerCreating a flavorful brown crust through the Maillard reaction
Étapes:
- Pat protein dry
- Heat pan until very hot
- Don't move it—let crust form
- Flip when it releases easily
Utilisé pour: Steaks, chops, chicken thighs, scallops
Braiser
IntermediateLow and slow cooking in liquid for tender results
Étapes:
- Sear protein
- Sauté aromatics
- Add liquid 1/3-1/2 up
- Cover and cook 2-4 hours at 300-325°F
Utilisé pour: Short ribs, pork shoulder, chicken thighs
Sauter
BeginnerQuick cooking in a small amount of fat over high heat
Étapes:
- Cut ingredients uniformly
- Heat pan with fat
- Cook in batches—don't crowd
- Keep food moving
Utilisé pour: Vegetables, stir-fries, quick-cooking proteins
Rôtir
BeginnerDry-heat cooking in the oven for caramelization
Étapes:
- Preheat oven (400-450°F)
- Dry and season ingredients
- Single layer, don't crowd
- Flip halfway
Utilisé pour: Vegetables, whole chickens, beef, fish
Déglacer
BeginnerUsing liquid to lift flavorful browned bits from pan
Étapes:
- Remove protein from hot pan
- Add cold liquid
- Scrape bottom with wooden spoon
- Reduce by half
Utilisé pour: Pan sauces, starting braises, building stews
Émulsification
IntermediateCombining fat and water-based liquids into stable mixtures
Étapes:
- Start with water-based ingredient
- Add oil very slowly
- Whisk constantly
- Once stable, can add oil faster
Utilisé pour: Vinaigrettes, mayonnaise, hollandaise