Lab 8 : Milk Products, Fermented Milk Products, Pro-biotics and Energy-dense Applications. Flashcards
What does UHT stand for?
Ultra-high Pasteurized (milk)
How is UHT milk treated?
-Subjected to high heat
-Packaged in aseptic container
(contains no bacteria)
What reaction for Lactase catalyze?
Lactose to glucose and galactose
Who is intended to drink lactose-reduced milk?
people with lactase deficiency
What gives evaporated milk it’s color and taste?
Mailard reaction
slight caramel taste
What maintains the viscosity of evaporated milk?
Stabilizers and preservatives
How was buttermilk traditionally made?
by-product of butter-making
How is buttermilk made today?
By adding bacteria culture to low/non- fat milk
transforms lactose to lactic acid = sour taste
What can buttermilk be placed with in a recipe?
By adding vinegar or lemon juice to normal milk (10ml:250ml)
Why would Acidophilus milk be consumed?
To help replenish the GI with Lactobacillus Acidophilus.
After antibiotic treatment
What bacteria does Acidophilus milk contain?
Lactobacillus Acidophilus.
How is sour cream made?
Pasteurized milk - soured by Streptococcus Lactis
which produces lactic acid
Can sour cream be home made?
Yes, by combining 30ml buttermilk and 500ml fresh cream and letting it sit at room temp for 24 hrs.
What bacteria is used to make yogurt?
Lactobacillus Bulgaricus
and
Streptococcus Thermophilus
Why is Gelatin added to yogurt?
used as stabilizer / solidifier
What is the function of Pectin when added to yogurt?
used as stabilizer / solidifier
Why is carrageen added to yogurt?
used as stabilizer / solidifier
Why are stabilizers added to yogurt?
To prevent the whey (yellowish liquid) from separating from commercial yogurt.
What is Kefir?
A fermented milk product similar to yogurt.
What makes kefir different?
Also fermented with yeast.
What is the texture of Kefir?
Frizzy, frothy, piquante, bitter drink
Where is Kefir traditionally used in dishes?
Russia, Eastern Europe, Middle East.
How is cheese made?
Milk products coagulated/curdled.
Then separated from Whey.
Does cheese keep the nutrients found in milk?
Yes, highly concentrated form of milk.
Rich in nutrient.
What nutrients are found in cheese?
Protein, Calcium, Riboflavin, Vitamin A, Sodium
What influences the flavor, body and texture of cheese?
Type of milk used Bacteria species Quantity of salt /seasoning /colours Processing method Mold used (during inoculation) Environment during ripening (temp, humidity...)
Two classes of cheeses.
Ripened
Unripened
Which classification of cheese has a more moisture content?
Unripened
What are examples of unripened cheeses?
Cottage cheese
Ricotta
What type of curds does unripened cheese have?
Soft and fragile