diff --git a/23-Cooking/Flavor Profile Matrix.md b/23-Cooking/Flavor Profile Matrix.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..b850de5 --- /dev/null +++ b/23-Cooking/Flavor Profile Matrix.md @@ -0,0 +1,9 @@ + +| Profile | Common Proteins | Common Produce | Common Starches | Fats | Acids | Aromatics | +| :--------------------- | :--------------------------------- | :-------------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :---------------------- | :----------------------------- | :--------------------------- | +| **Mediterranean** | White Fish, Chicken, Chickpeas | Zucchini, Tomato, Spinach, Eggplant | Orzo, Couscous, Crusty Bread | Olive Oil | Lemon, Red Wine Vinegar | Garlic, Onion, Shallot | +| **East Asian** | Pork, Tofu, Shrimp, Beef | Bok Choy, Snap Peas, Cabbage, Mushrooms | White Rice, Rice Noodles, Udon | Sesame Oil, Neutral Oil | Rice Vinegar, Lime | Ginger, Garlic, Scallion | +| **Latin American** | Steak, White Fish, Black Beans | Corn, Tomato, Radish, Cabbage (Slaw) | Corn Tortillas, Rice | Lard, Avocado Oil | Lime, Pickled Onion Juice | Onion, Bell Pepper, Jalapeño | +| **French/Continental** | Steak, Chicken, Eggs | Mushrooms, Asparagus, Green Beans | Potatoes, Baguette, Pasta | Butter, Heavy Cream | White Wine, Dijon, Lemon | Leek, Shallot, Garlic | +| **South Asian** | Chicken, Lentils, Lamb | Cauliflower, Peas, Spinach, Potato | Basmati Rice, Naan | Ghee, Coconut Oil | Lemon, Yogurt, Tamarind | Onion, Ginger, Garlic | +| **Standard American** | Ground Beef, Bacon, Chicken Thighs | Broccoli, Corn, Green Beans, Carrots | Mashed Potatoes, Macaroni | Butter, Bacon Fat | Apple Cider Vinegar, Hot Sauce | Onion, Garlic | diff --git a/23-Cooking/Frameworks.md b/23-Cooking/Frameworks.md index 0bd7b27..43c722e 100644 --- a/23-Cooking/Frameworks.md +++ b/23-Cooking/Frameworks.md @@ -4,7 +4,7 @@ To build a meal without an oven, you must manage two distinct heat sources: the ### The "One-Pan" Sear (Skillet) This is the fundamental method for high-protein meals. The goal is to develop a "crust" on the protein through the Maillard reaction. -* **The Logic:** Pat your protein (Chicken, Steak, Fish) [[Bone-Dry Patting]]. Heat your skillet with a high-smoke-point fat until it shimmers. +* **The Logic:** Pat your protein (Chicken, Steak, Fish) [[Bone-Dry Patting]]. Heat your skillet with a [[High Smoke Point Fats]] until it shimmers. * **The Execution:** Sear the protein until it releases naturally from the pan. Remove it to a plate, then immediately toss your produce into the leftover rendered fat and juices to pick up the flavor. ### The "Steam-Sauté" (Skillet + Lid) @@ -17,17 +17,3 @@ Because a skillet only has so much surface area, the microwave acts as your seco * **The Logic:** While the skillet handles the "flavor" (protein and veg), the microwave handles the "volume" (starch). * **The Execution:** Use the microwave to steam potatoes (diced with a splash of water), rehydrate rice, or soften "zoodles" or grain pouches. This ensures all components of the meal reach the plate at the same temperature. ---- - -## Step 2: The Comprehensive Flavor Profile Matrix - -Use this table as a "Logic Gate" when you are at the store. Once you pick a protein, follow the row to find the matching components that ensure a cohesive meal. - -| Profile | Aromatics (Start) | Common Proteins | Common Produce | Common Starches | Fats | Acids (Finish) | -| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | -| **Mediterranean** | Garlic, Onion, Shallot | White Fish, Chicken, Chickpeas | Zucchini, Tomato, Spinach, Eggplant | Orzo, Couscous, Crusty Bread | Olive Oil | Lemon, Red Wine Vinegar | -| **East Asian** | Ginger, Garlic, Scallion | Pork, Tofu, Shrimp, Beef | Bok Choy, Snap Peas, Cabbage, Mushrooms | White Rice, Rice Noodles, Udon | Sesame Oil, Neutral Oil | Rice Vinegar, Lime | -| **Latin American** | Onion, Bell Pepper, Jalapeño | Steak, White Fish, Black Beans | Corn, Tomato, Radish, Cabbage (Slaw) | Corn Tortillas, Rice | Lard, Avocado Oil | Lime, Pickled Onion Juice | -| **French/Continental** | Leek, Shallot, Garlic | Steak, Chicken, Eggs | Mushrooms, Asparagus, Green Beans | Potatoes, Baguette, Pasta | Butter, Heavy Cream | White Wine, Dijon, Lemon | -| **South Asian** | Onion, Ginger, Garlic | Chicken, Lentils, Lamb | Cauliflower, Peas, Spinach, Potato | Basmati Rice, Naan | Ghee, Coconut Oil | Lemon, Yogurt, Tamarind | -| **Standard American** | Onion, Garlic | Ground Beef, Bacon, Chicken Thighs | Broccoli, Corn, Green Beans, Carrots | Mashed Potatoes, Macaroni | Butter, Bacon Fat | Apple Cider Vinegar, Hot Sauce | \ No newline at end of file