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