Technique Monday: Cooking En Papillote
Unseen Cuisine with Chef Riq
In this Technique Monday episode, Chef Riq breaks down en papillote—the elegant method of cooking food sealed in paper or leaves—through sound, touch, and aroma. Learn how steam becomes your cooking guide, how to build flavor inside the packet, and how to recognize doneness without sight.
This episode highlights why en papillote is ideal for blind and low-vision cooks and one of the safest techniques for allergy-friendly kitchens, offering total control with no cross-contact. From sealing techniques to the dramatic aroma release at the table, this method delivers fine-dining results with calm, confident cooking.
Gentle. Sensory. Intentional.
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