Beef Products Flashcards
1
Q
Humane Slaughter Act
A
cow is unconscious (stunned) and cannot feel the exsanguination
2
Q
Stun Methods
A
-mechanical (captive bolt)
-electrical
-CO2
3
Q
Slaughter Steps
A
-stunned
-hung by one leg
-exsanguination
-remove feet, head, hide
-evisceration (remove organs)
-cut down middle
-cool 24 hours
4
Q
3 Classifications of Meet Grading
A
-prime (best)
-choice (mid)
-select (worst)
5
Q
Meat Storage
A
38 degrees F
-5-7 days in fridge
-frozen: wrapped 6-12 months
6
Q
Cooking Beef
A
Myoglobin determines color
-“rest” meat after cooking
7
Q
Grass Fed Beef
A
leaner product with omega 3 and CLA
