Lesson 7 - Sauces Flashcards
The word sauce came from the Latin word salus, meaning “ “
Salted
Spanish and Italian used the term
Salsa
are flavorful liquids, normally thickened, and they add flavor and excitement to a dish that is otherwise bland, It works like a seasoning.
Sauces
What are the functions of sauces?
- Provides moisture
- Enhances flavor
- Provides richness
- Enrich appearance (color and shine)
- Creates interest and appetite appeal
What are the main ingredient used in making sauce?
- Liquid
- Thickening Agent
- Other Flavoring Ingredients
It serves as the base or the body of most sauces
Liquid
A good sauce must be thick but not too heavy and pasty.
Thickening Agent
is used to describe the right texture of the sauce
nappe
The purpose of _______the sauces of soups is to add consistency and texture and to be tongue
thickening agents
The most commonly used thickening agents for sauces are
Starches
The use of ______ in making roux depends upon the requirement of taste, aroma, and texture of the sauce and grav preparation.
Fat
Types of fat
- Clarified butter
- Margarine
- Animal fat
- Vegetable oil and shortening
is used for the finest sauces because of its flavor
Clarified butter
is used as a replacement for butter because of its cheaper cost.
Margarine
are used for gravies. Lard, chicken, and beef drippings can be used to enhance the flavor of the sauce.
Animal fats