Basic Cooking Techniques
I know how to read a simple recipe.
This lesson will help you understand the basic parts of a recipe and how to follow the instructions…
Estimated Duration: 15–30 min
I can follow a recipe step-by-step.
Following a recipe step-by-step is a fundamental cooking skill. This lesson will help you learn how…
Estimated Duration: 15–30 min
I know the difference between boiling and simmering.
In cooking, knowing the difference between boiling and simmering is essential for preparing food co…
Estimated Duration: 15–30 min
I can boil water safely.
Boiling water is a basic cooking skill that is essential for many recipes and daily tasks. This les…
Estimated Duration: 15–30 min
I can cook pasta until it is al dente.
Cooking pasta until it is al dente means preparing it so that it is tender but still firm to the bi…
Estimated Duration: 15–30 min
I can fry an egg without breaking the yolk.
Frying an egg without breaking the yolk is a fundamental cooking skill that requires gentle handlin…
Estimated Duration: 15–30 min
I can use the oven safely.
This lesson will teach you the essential safety rules and basic operation steps for using an oven. …
Estimated Duration: 15–30 min
I can use a microwave to heat food safely.
Microwaves are a quick and convenient way to heat food, but using them safely is important to avoid…
Estimated Duration: 15–30 min
I can make a simple salad.
In this lesson, you will learn how to prepare a fresh, simple salad using basic ingredients. Making…
Estimated Duration: 15–30 min
I know the importance of seasoning food.
Seasoning is a key part of cooking that transforms simple ingredients into delicious meals. This le…
Estimated Duration: 15–30 min
I can use salt and pepper to season dishes.
Seasoning with salt and pepper is a fundamental cooking skill that brings out the best flavors in y…
Estimated Duration: 15–30 min
I know how to taste food and adjust seasoning.
Tasting food during cooking is essential to create balanced and flavorful dishes. This lesson teach…
Estimated Duration: 30–45 min
I can cook rice on the stove.
Cooking rice on the stove is a fundamental kitchen skill that allows you to prepare a versatile sta…
Estimated Duration: 15–30 min
I can prepare a simple stir-fry.
In this lesson, you will learn how to prepare a quick and healthy stir-fry meal using vegetables an…
Estimated Duration: 30–45 min
I know how to use herbs and spices in cooking.
This lesson teaches you how to enhance your cooking by effectively using herbs and spices. You will…
Estimated Duration: 30–45 min
I can make a basic soup.
This lesson will guide you through making a simple, tasty soup using basic ingredients and straight…
Estimated Duration: 30–45 min
I know how to check if meat is cooked safely.
Cooking meat safely is essential to prevent foodborne illnesses. This lesson teaches you how to ver…
Estimated Duration: 30–45 min
I can marinate meat or vegetables.
Marinating is a simple yet powerful cooking technique that enhances the flavor and tenderness of me…
Estimated Duration: 30–45 min