Culinary Glossary: Letter I | Cooking Dictionary

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

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Icing Bag

An icing bag, also known as a piping bag, is used to pipe semi-solid foods such as icing, whipped cream, and mashed potatoes.

Icing Spatula

An icing spatula is a flat, narrow tool used to spread icing or frosting on cakes and other baked goods.

Ice Crusher

An ice crusher is a device used to crush ice into small pieces, often used in making cocktails and other cold beverages.

Ice Cream Container

An ice cream container is a storage container used to keep ice cream fresh in the freezer.

Ice Cream Maker

An ice cream maker is a kitchen appliance used to make homemade ice cream by churning and freezing the ingredients.

Ice Cream Scoop

An ice cream scoop is a tool used to serve ice cream in uniform portions.

Ice Cube Trays

Ice cube trays are containers used to freeze water into ice cubes, available in various shapes and sizes.

Ice Maker

An ice maker is a machine that produces ice cubes or crushed ice, commonly found in refrigerators or as a standalone appliance.

Iced Tea Pitcher

An iced tea pitcher is a container used to brew and serve iced tea, often with an infuser for brewing tea leaves.

Immersion Blender

An immersion blender is a handheld kitchen appliance used to blend ingredients directly in a pot or container.

Induction Burner

An induction burner is a type of cooktop that uses electromagnetic energy to heat pots and pans directly.

Induction Cooktop

An induction cooktop is a stove that uses induction heating to cook food, known for its energy efficiency and precise temperature control.

Induction Cookware

Induction cookware is specially designed to work with induction cooktops, typically made from magnetic materials like stainless steel or cast iron.

Infuser Bottle

An infuser bottle is a water bottle with a built-in infuser for adding fruits, herbs, or tea to flavor the water.

Insulated Food Container

An insulated food container is a container designed to keep food hot or cold for extended periods.

Insulated Mug

An insulated mug is a mug designed to maintain the temperature of hot or cold beverages for a longer time.

Iron Skillet

An iron skillet is a durable, heavy pan made of cast iron, known for its excellent heat retention and versatility.

Instant Pot

An Instant Pot is a multi-functional electric pressure cooker that can also slow cook, sauté, steam, and more.

Instant Read Thermometer

An instant read thermometer is a kitchen tool used to quickly measure the internal temperature of food.