Overview Flashcards
One of the oldest, common, simplest, easiest,
and often the safest way of preserving food?
Lactic Acid Fermentation
What countries is LAF most used?
Europe and Africa
What is Lactic Acid Fermentation commonly known as?
lacto-fermentation
Is Lactic Acid Fermentation a safe way of preserving food?
Yes
Lactic Acid Fermentation is a method used to preserve _____ for extended periods. (3 Answers)
dairy products, vegetables, meat
4 Lactic Acid Bacteria that have the ability to convert sugars into lactic acid that inhibits the growth of subsequent and potentially harmful bacteria and other species
Lactobacillus spp., Lactococci, Leuconostoc, Streptococcus thermophilus
Is Lactic Acid Fermentation used back then before the advent of
refrigeration and modern canning practices?
Yes
Fermentation used in industrial fermentation?
Lactic Acid Fermentation
Example of Foods fermented through Lactic Acid Fermentation that depends on the LACTIC ACID BACTERIA that ferment the sugars
Sauerkraut, Yogurt, Sourdough Bread
Non-dairy foods fermented through LAF
Kimchi, Burong Isda, Idli
A lactic acid bacteria,
In which the acid resulting from fermentation kills bacterial competitors in buttermilk, yogurt, and some cottage cheese
Lactobacillus bacteria
In Yogurt, what does the Lactic Acid Bacteria do?
adds flavor and creates textures (the acid helps clump together milk proteins)
What lactic acid bacteria is used in Buttermilk, yogurt, and cottage cheese?
Lactobacillus bacteria
_____ inhibits the growth of subsequent and potentially harmful bacteria of other species.
Lactic Acid Bacteria
_____ creates favorable conditions for yeast activity, a property that is utilized in the production of wine and beer
Lactic Acid Bacteria