Roasting
Roasting is a cooking method that uses dry heat where hot air covers the food, cooking it evenly on all sides with temperatures of at least 150 °C (300 °F) from an open flame, oven, or other heat source. Roasting can enhance the flavor through caramelization and Maillard reaction. It can be applied to a wide variety of types of food, from vegetables and grains, to meat and poultry.
History[edit | edit source]
The first ovens were used by the ancient Greeks for making bread and other baked goods. By the 18th century, ovens were common in larger households, and roasting was a common cooking method. The Victorian era saw the creation of the modern kitchen, with the oven becoming a standard feature.
Methods[edit | edit source]
Roasting can be performed at different temperatures. High-temperature roasting can brown the surface of the food and seal in the juices, but it can also result in a drier product. Low-temperature roasting can result in a more moist and tender product, but it can take longer to cook.
Equipment[edit | edit source]
Roasting is often performed in an oven, using a roasting pan with a rack. The rack allows the heat to circulate around the food. Other equipment can include a roasting spit, which is used for roasting large pieces of meat.
See also[edit | edit source]
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