water
Taste Profile
Primary Flavor
neutral
Intensity
mild
Flavor Notes
Pairs Well With
Cooking Behavior
Water is the universal cooking medium. At sea level it boils at 100°C and simmers at 85–95°C. Its temperature cannot exceed 100°C at normal pressure, which is why boiling is gentler than frying. Hard water can affect dough and bean cooking.
Best Techniques
Common Mistakes
- Not bringing to a full boil before adding pasta
- Using too little for blanching
- Confusing simmering with boiling