Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
precook
verb
/ˈpriːˌkʊk/
Definition
to cook food partially or completely before the final cooking step, often used to reduce overall cooking time.
Examples
- Before assembling the lasagna, you should precook the noodles.
- To save time during the dinner rush, many chefs will precook vegetables.
- If you precook the chicken, it will be tender and cook faster in the stir-fry.
Meaning
The term ‘precook’ refers to the process of cooking food to a certain degree prior to its final preparation or serving, which can streamline the cooking process or ensure even cooking.
Synonyms
- parboil
- partial cook
- prepare in advance
