Mat Og Helse Flashcards
What is the result of Norway’s climate, geography, and history?
The food
What type of economy did Norway have in the past?
Subsistence economy
What were the main components of the traditional Norwegian diet?
Flatbread, porridge, meat, fish, and dairy products
What issue did many people face due to a one-sided diet?
Deficiency diseases
What was the impact of winter on food availability in Norway?
Little could be grown
Why was food preservation important in the past?
To make food last through the winter
What is food preservation?
Methods that ensure bacteria do not thrive, so food lasts longer
List common methods of food preservation used in Norway.
- Pickling
- Juicing
- Smoking
- Salting
- Drying
- Curing
True or False: Refrigerators and freezers were available in the past.
False
Fill in the blank: In Norway’s past, people primarily ate what they _______.
[grew or caught]
What types of preserved foods are still commonly eaten today?
- Jam
- Pork loin
- Stockfish
When did the slaughtering of animals typically take place?
In the fall
Animals were slaughtered in the fall after being outside all summer to grow big and fat.
What methods were used to preserve meat for the winter?
Dried, smoked, and salted
These methods helped the meat last through a long winter.
What was done with the blood of the animals?
Used for everyday dishes such as blood sausages and blood club
None of the animal was thrown away.
Who was often responsible for livestock care?
Women
Women were especially responsible for the care of cows, including milking.
What dairy products were made from goats?
Butter, sour cream, brown cheese, and cheese
Goats provided a wide variety of dairy products.
Where did the potato originally come from?
South America
The potato arrived in Norway at the end of the 18th century.
Why was the potato beneficial for the Norwegian diet?
Important source of vitamin C and could be stored through winter
Potato crops were also large compared to grain crops.
True or False: The potato was immediately accepted by the population in Norway.
False
Most people were skeptical of new raw materials, especially those that grew underground.
Fill in the blank: The potato arrived in Norway at the end of the _______.
[18th century]
What was the significance of the potato crops in relation to grain crops?
Potato crops were large in relation to grain crops
This made potatoes a valuable addition to the diet.
What appliances are commonly found in most homes for cooking?
Stove and microwave
How has modern cooking changed regarding planning?
We can cook in a flash without having to plan ahead
What is the primary dependency of modern cooking methods?
Electricity
