Ch 20 (eggs) Flashcards
shell
prevents microbes from entering and moisture from escaping. Protects egg during handling and transport.
yolk
3/4 of calories, most of the minerals & vitamins, and all the fat. Contains lecithin. Coagulates between 149 and 158.
egg white
albumen. contains more than half of the proteins and riboflavin. Coagulates between 144 and 149.
chalazae chords
hold the yolk in place.
pasteurization
the process of heating something to a certain temperature for a specific period in order to destroy pathogenic bacteria.
egg products
whole egg, yolk only, or white only
egg substitutes
- made from soy or milk proteins or 2. real albumen with vegetable or milk products for yolk. Popularized by concern for cholesterol level in eggs.
Vitamins
A, D, E, K, and B-complex.
souffle
either a sweet or savory fluffy dish made with a custard base, lightened with whipped egg whites and then baked; the whipped egg whites cause the dish to puff when baked.
Dry-heat cooking methods for eggs
baking, sauteing, & pan-frying.
Baking
shirred eggs. quiche. should be set while the yolks are soft and creamy.
Sauteing
scrambled eggs, omelets, frittatas.
french omelet
eggs cooked while constantly shaking the pan to keep them light and fluffy. Filling may be added after cooking.
pan-frying
sunny side up, over easy, over medium, or over hard. Fresh eggs are best.
basted eggs
cooked over low heat with hot butter from the pan spooned over them as they cook. A variation of sunny side up.