To cook meat and fish (and more) to perfection every time, a pro relies on a thermometer and deep knolwedge of what temperature does what to food. Welcome to Professional Secrets universal food temperature guide...
Professional chefs can rely on routine and instincts and hit just the right temperature of food – but not every time. The application of heat – or cold – on food is a matter of physics and chemistry. The kitchen thermometer puts the chef truly in control of this process, making it one of the most important tools in the kitchen. So what cooking temperatures are recommended by the pros?