Chapter 10: Nuts, Seed & Alternative Protein Foods Flashcards
Name 5 types of nuts available to the Irish consumer:
Pecans
Walnuts
Peanuts
Pistachios
Brazil nuts
Give 2 advantages of including nuts in the diet:
They have a high HBV protein content
They add crunch and texture to dishes
Give 2 disadvantages of including nuts in the diet:
- Some people are dangerously allergic to nuts
- Nuts are very high in saturated fat
Name 3 types of seeds available to the Irish consumer:
Chia seeds, sunflower seeds & poppy seeds
Explain why seeds are useful in the diet:
They add texture and interest to the diet, they also are a rich source of fibre, omega-3 fatty acids, vit E & HBV protein
List 3 alternative protein foods
- Tofu
- Texturised Vegetable Protein
- Mycoprotein
What is tofu?
Tofu is a soft white product made from soya milk
What can tofu be used in?
Curries, stir fries, pies and salads
What is TVP made from?
It is made from cooked soya flour
When making TVP what do you do after the cooked flour?
It is dried and processed before being cut into chunks or steaks
What do you have to do with TVP?
You have to reconstitute it with water
What should you use TVP for?
Cottage pie, lasagna, bolognaise or burgers
What does reconstitute mean?
It means restored to its original state by adding liquid
List 2 other products made from soya beans:
Soya milk & soya sauce
What is Quorn made of?
Mycoprotien
