Eggs Flashcards
1
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Contribution of eggs to the diet (8)
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HBV protein Meat alternative Economical Saturated fat Easy to digest Vitamins B2, B12, A, D, E, K Versatile Cook quickly
2
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8 things that must be on an egg box
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Country of origin Name, address and registration number of producer Quantity Quality Week number Use-by date Storage instructions Quality assured mark
3
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Guidelines for buying eggs (6)
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From a clean, hygienic shop EQAS symbol Use-by date Inspect shells Heavy for size Choose free range or organic
4
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Guidelines for storing eggs (5)
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Egg compartment of fridge Pointed end down Avoid storing near strong smelling foods Keep whites in airtight container in fridge Yolks in water in the fridge
5
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Effects of heat on eggs (4)
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Protein coagulates
Bacteria destroyed
Loss of b vitamins
Egg white goes opaque
6
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Effects of overcooking on eggs (4)
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Curdling
Green ring of iron sulphide around yolk
Yolk goes crumbly
White goes rubbery
