human
I want to learn some cooking techniques. What are some basic techniques cooks should know?
assistant
Some basic cooking techniques that cooks should know include sautéing, boiling, grilling, braising, roasting, steaming, stir-frying, and baking. Knowing how to properly prepare vegetables, starches, and proteins is also important. Other techniques to learn include poaching, sous vide, emulsification, and pickling.