Classification by cooking application:? Main ingredients,? Composition,? Seasoning.
Classification by commodity type: grain, vegetables, fruits, meat and meat products, eggs and milk, game, aquatic products, dry goods and condiments. Generally, the above classification method can be used to purchase raw materials. First of all, we should reasonably control the variety and quantity of raw materials in procurement. It is convenient for the raw materials to be used up in an effective time. It still maintains the freshness of raw materials.
According to the cooking application
1, main materials
Main ingredients refer to the main raw materials used to make dishes or snacks. The main ingredient is the core and main body of dishes, and it is the main content that people eat.
2. Auxiliary materials
Accessories refer to compatible raw materials, auxiliary raw materials and additive raw materials used in making dishes or snacks. Although auxiliary materials are not the main content of dishes, they can assist the main materials to fully express the flavor and help the dishes to mature, finalize the design, color, enhance flavor, tenderize or moisten. It is also an important substance for cooking.
3. Condiments
Seasoning refers to the raw materials mainly used for seasoning during cooking or eating. Seasoning has single type and compound flavor.