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Grating

grating

Grating is the process of using a grater to reduce a firm ingredient to fine shreds or powder. It is used with ingredients such as cheese, vegetables, fruit peel, and spices. The size of the grater holes determines the size of the resulting pieces.

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“Grate the kashar cheese using the coarse side of a grater and sprinkle it over the pasta.”

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Slicing

Slicing is cutting an ingredient into thin, flat pieces with a knife. It is used for bread, meat, and vegetables to create uniform slices. The goals are neat presentation and even cooking.
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Chopping

Chopping is dividing an ingredient into smaller, more workable pieces with a knife. The size of the pieces can be coarse or fine depending on the recipe's needs. It's one of the basic steps in preparing vegetables, fruit, and meat.
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