Topic 15 - Preservation Flashcards
1
Q
What are some of the ways to preserve foods at home?
A
Jam making. Pickling. Making chutney. Freezing. Bottling. Drying.
2
Q
What is pectin?
A
A carbohydrate in fruit that causes jam to gel and set.
3
Q
What is blanching?
A
Dipping vegetables into boiling water for a few seconds and then rapidly dipping them into iced water to stop growth of enzymes.
