koktiden
Koktiden is a term used to describe the duration required to cook food from the start of heating until it reaches the intended level of doneness. In recipes it is typically given in minutes or hours and often presented as a range to reflect variation in equipment, ingredient size, and method. Koktiden is considered separate from preparation time (time spent on chopping, marinating, etc.) and resting time (the period food may need to sit after cooking).
Several factors influence koktiden. The size, shape, and initial temperature of ingredients are important, as are
In practice, koktiden is an estimate used to guide cooking, with adjustments made based on sensory cues
In Nordic culinary contexts, koktiden is the standard term for cooking time and is commonly used in