Food Science Flashcards
crispy, osmotic pressure
turgor
ethylene gas causes…
ripening
chlor + acid=olive green
-ppl be fightin for breadstick at olive garden
pheophytin
chlor + basic = bright green
chlorophyllin
red, blue & purple foods
flavonoids
white or yellow foods
anthoxanthins
quality, firmness, color, maturity
usda food grades
meat connective tissues
collagen & elastic
collagen + heat=
gelatin
Prime, Choice, Select & Standard
(highest-lowest marbling)
Meat Grades
-fry, broiling, grilling, roast
-good for tender cuts
dry heat methods
-steam simmer, stew & braise
-good for tough cuts
moist heat methods
wider surface area/pick up more bacteria
ground meats
milk protein
casein (80%) & whey
gliadin & glutenin mixed
gluten
flour with low gluten
cake flour
steals & holds moisture
ex: sugar
hygroscopic