Equipment Needed

• skillet
• wooden spoon
• tongs
• spatula

Ingredients

• oil or butter
• food to cook
• salt
• pepper

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat
2. Add oil or butter (1-2 tablespoons per serving)
3. Wait until oil shimmers or butter froths
4. Add food in a single layer
5. Don't move food for 2-3 minutes - let it brown
6. Stir or flip and cook other side 2-3 minutes
7. Food should be golden and cooked through
8. Remove to a plate

Professional Tips

• Pat food dry before sautéing for better browning
• Don't overcrowd the pan - food steams instead of browning
• Use medium-high heat, not extreme high
• Let meat develop a crust before moving
• For vegetables, cut uniformly for even cooking

What to Make

• vegetables
• meat
• chicken
• fish
• mushrooms
• starting soups