Toss
Lift and turn food so dressing, seasoning, heat, or ingredients distribute evenly.
What It Does
Toss uses repeated lifting and turning instead of heavy stirring. Use a wide bowl or pan, work from the bottom, and stop once the food is evenly coated or mixed.
Lift and turn
Tossing mixes without crushing.
Tossing is useful for salads, pasta, vegetables, and fried foods when the goal is even coating with light handling.
Wikimedia Commons
Reference image
Toss technique reference image.
Source: Wikimedia Commons
Cooking Checks
What to watch
Use enough room.
A crowded bowl makes tossing rough and uneven. Use two utensils or a pan motion, and stop before tender pieces bruise or break.