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GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition · key term
A small edible addition to a dish that improves its appearance and may also contribute flavour or texture.
Used by AQA
Specification 3.3.1.2, 3.5.2 · Paper 1
An edible addition that complements a dish and improves its appearance, flavour or finish.
Revise: Judging and Modifying Sensory PropertiesA garnish should complement the food. A lemon wedge with fish adds colour and can also provide flavour; fresh coriander can finish a curry. Add fresh garnishes just before serving so they remain attractive.
Choose garnishes that complement the dish. Decoration should not hide the food or make it difficult to eat.
Show control through even pieces, thin peeling, smooth mixtures and neat garnishes rather than rushing.
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An addition to a finished dish that improves its appearance and may provide contrasting colour, flavour or texture.
An ingredient added to a finished dish to improve its appearance and sometimes its flavour, such as fresh herbs.