Mastering vegetable stock is an essential skill for any vegetarian cook. Although it may seem simple, making a rich stock requires a deep understanding of each ingredient’s role. In addition, vegetable stock is the foundation for many vegetarian dishes, from soups to sauces, adding body and depth of flavor. Therefore, this course will guide you in making short stocks and poaching liquids, enhancing the taste of your cooking. If you want to elevate your vegetarian dishes, this course is a must.
Throughout the course, you’ll learn the basic principles of stock making. You will focus on how to extract maximum flavor from vegetables. Additionally, you’ll explore the properties each ingredient contributes and how to balance flavors. You will also master techniques for creating clear, flavorful stocks. Finally, the course covers poaching liquids, perfect for infusing flavor into your vegetables and plant-based ingredients.
Course Overview:
- 2 units
- 3 lessons with 15 topics
- 5 videos
- A comprehensive 34-page handbook
- 2 optional quizzes with immediate feedback to help you track your progress
- 2 optional assignments to submit for feedback in the OCS Facebook Group
- Certificate of Completion upon successfully passing all quizzes with a score of at least 70%
In addition to stock-making techniques, the course provides practical tips on ingredient sourcing, preparation, and storage to maximize freshness and flavor. This course builds on the foundations taught in Stock Making 101 and is highly recommended for anyone serious about vegetarian cooking. Additionally, consider taking Food Safety 101 to ensure you maintain proper safety standards while cooking.
By the end of this course, you’ll have the skills to make versatile vegetable stocks that will add depth and complexity to all your vegetarian dishes.
Additional Support:
Need extra help? Add one-on-one coaching to refine your knife skills and address specific challenges in mastering vegetable cuts.
Enroll now and gain the skills to create versatile vegetable stocks that will enhance the flavor and depth of all your vegetarian dishes!
