food commodity + example Flashcards
food commodity
the forms of food that are sold or distributed for human consumption.
e.g. potato
where are potatoes grown
South Australia accounts for 32% of all potato production in Australia
when are potatoes in season
Potatoes are usually planted in august to October so they are in season for spring
what primary processing do potatoes undergo
Sorting
Grading
Cleaning
Peeling
Size reduction
drying
what secondary processing do potatoes undergo
Cooking
Frying
Blending
Mixing
what are the different types of potato
Yellow potatoes
Red potatoes
White potatoes
Starchy potatoes
Waxy potatoes
All-purpose potatoes
what are a potatoes uses
Waxy potatoes are the best for fries because they soak up extra oil
what are a potatoes physical properties
Size: medium
Shape: oval
Colour: yellow
Volume: ?
Viscosity: firmish
what are a potatoes sensory properties
Appearance: rough, light
Flavour: buttery
Texture: creamy
Aroma: earthy
sound: crunchy
