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You use a bain marie for melting chocolate or if you are cooking or baking something that calls for a custard-like mixture. You can also use a bain marie to heat up breast milk in a bottle for a baby.
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Some desserts need a lower cooking heat, or the tempture of the bain-marie which a stove top doesnt have
Bain Marie is also known as a double broiler is used to cook foods such as custards, melting chocolates, some gravies, and other delicate dishes such as mousses.
The bain Marie should be kept at a temperature between 140°F and 150°F to keep food warm without cooking it further.
You can use bain marie very easily in a buffet. There are many types of bain marie equipment that can be plugged into a wall outlet, filled with water and let to warm up. There is also a type that runs off of a burner, but those are not as efficient.
Using a wet Bain Marie
De-scaling a bain-marie is essential to remove mineral buildup, such as limescale, that can accumulate from water heating over time. This buildup can hinder the efficiency of the heating system, leading to uneven temperature distribution and increased energy consumption. Regular de-scaling also helps maintain hygiene and prolongs the lifespan of the equipment. Overall, it ensures optimal performance and food safety.
Because creme brûlée needs slow cooking, so the egg yolks on the creme brûlée dont get overcooked, bain marie guarantees that the temperature around the ramekins doesn't raise above 100C, because that's the temperature when water boils, water never gets its temperature above that level. Also, bain marie guarantees an even temperature which is desirable for such a delicate dessert.
The bain Marie method of cooking is cooking in a water bath. You can slow cook using this method. This method is used in order to slowly cook items. It is used when you do not want to raise the temperature too much or too quickly.
The proper technique for using the bain marie method in cooking involves placing a container with the food to be cooked in a larger pan filled with hot water. This gentle and indirect heat helps to cook the food evenly and prevent it from burning or curdling.
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