Culinary Glossary: Letter H | Cooking Dictionary

Welcome to the Culinary Glossary for the letter H! Here you will find detailed definitions and explanations of essential kitchen terms and tools that start with the letter H.

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Hamburger Mold

A hamburger mold is a tool used to shape ground meat into uniform hamburger patties.

Hamburger Press

A hamburger press is a device used to form ground meat into uniform patties with consistent thickness.

Hand Blender

A hand blender, also known as an immersion blender, is a handheld device used for blending ingredients directly in a container.

Hand Grater

A hand grater is a small, handheld tool used to grate foods like cheese, vegetables, and spices.

Hand Juicer

A hand juicer is a manual device used to extract juice from fruits like oranges and lemons.

Hand Mixer

A hand mixer is a handheld kitchen appliance used to mix, whip, and beat ingredients.

Hand Soap Dispenser

A hand soap dispenser is a container that dispenses liquid soap for washing hands.

Handheld Electric Mixer

A handheld electric mixer is a portable electric device used for mixing and beating ingredients.

Heat Diffuser

A heat diffuser is a device placed between a heat source and a cooking vessel to distribute heat evenly.

Heat Resistant Gloves

Heat resistant gloves are gloves made from materials that protect hands from high temperatures, commonly used in cooking and grilling.

Herb Chopper

A herb chopper is a tool used to chop herbs quickly and efficiently.

Herb Drying Rack

A herb drying rack is a device used to air-dry herbs for preservation.

Herb Grinder

A herb grinder is a small device used to grind herbs into fine pieces for cooking or seasoning.

Herb Keeper

A herb keeper is a container designed to keep herbs fresh for an extended period.

Herb Scissors

Herb scissors are scissors with multiple blades used for quickly and evenly cutting herbs.

Honey Dipper

A honey dipper is a kitchen tool used to drizzle honey in a controlled manner.

Honey Jar

A honey jar is a container used to store and serve honey.

Hot Air Fryer

A hot air fryer is a kitchen appliance that cooks food by circulating hot air around it, producing a crispy texture with less oil.

Hot Pad

A hot pad is a padded surface used to protect countertops and tables from hot pots and pans.

Hot Plate

A hot plate is a portable electric or gas-powered heating element used for cooking.

Hot Water Dispenser

A hot water dispenser is a device that provides hot water instantly for making tea, coffee, and other hot beverages.