What You Need to Know
Thermal cooking techniques, such as sous vide, braising, and roasting, involve the application of heat to cook food, resulting in changes to its chemical and physical properties.
Key Parameters
Equipment
Immersion circulatorThermal cookerVacuum sealerDigital thermometerInsulated container
Steps
- 1.
Birria (Mexico): Slow cooking transforms tough goat meat into tender, flavorful stew
- 2.
Hong Shao Rou (China): Braises pork belly to achieve melt-in-mouth texture with caramelized exterior
- 3.
Osso Buco (Italy): Slow braising gelatinizes connective tissues in veal shanks
The Science
Primary Reaction
Maillard reaction