| 1. Grilling | | Breads, pastries and other sweet items |
| 2. Boil | | Food is submerged in liquid which is between 160-180F |
| 3. Roast | | Adding enough fat to a hot pan |
| 4. Bake | | It refers more to proteins and vegetables |
| 5. Pan-Fry | | Brown caramelized outside |
| 6. Deep-Fry | | Food is par-cooked followed by an ice-bath |
| 7. Sauté | | Heat source comes from the top |
| 8. Sear | | It gives ingredients the charred lines |
| 9. Poach | | Cooked in a thin layer of fat over medium-high heat. |
| 10. Simmer | | Food is submerged in liquid which reaches up to 212F |
| 11. Broil | | Food does not come in contact with the liquid |
| 12. Steam | | Tiny bubbles appear on the surface |
| 13. Braise | | Uses smaller ingredients |
| 14. Stew | | Pot roasts and poultry legs |
| 15. Blanche | | Crispy golden brown exterior, a fully cooked interior |