Freezing (Junior Cert Home Economics): Flashcards
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Freezing temp. to stop microorganisms
Freezing temp. to stop microorganisms
-18°C
Why freeze food?
Why freeze food?
Stops microorganisms from growing
Why use airtight packaging when freezing?
Why use airtight packaging when freezing?
Prevents freezer burn
Why label frozen food with dates?
Why label frozen food with dates?
For easy identification
What is blanching vegetables?
What is blanching vegetables?
Boil, then submerge in ice
Why blanch vegetables before freezing?
Why blanch vegetables before freezing?
To retain quality
What is open freezing?
What is open freezing?
Freezing foods individually before packing
Why use open freezing for berries?
Why use open freezing for berries?
Prevents clumping
Where is blast freezing used?
Where is blast freezing used?
Commercially
Blast freezing temperature
Blast freezing temperature
-35°C
What does blast freezing preserve?
What does blast freezing preserve?
Texture and nutrients
What to check when buying frozen food?
What to check when buying frozen food?
Packaging intact & correct temperature
When to thaw frozen food?
When to thaw frozen food?
Completely before cooking