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प्रश्न
What are convenience foods?
उत्तर
- Convenience foods are the products in which a significant portion of food preparation has been transferred from the kitchen to a processing plant.
- The food may be semi-processed and then stored.
- This increases their shelf life and ease of preparation.
- Examples of convenience foods include frozen peas, jams, jellies, canned soups, pickles, ready to make vegetables or ready to make snacks, juices, etc.
- Processed foods like jams, jellies, etc., can be preserved for a longer time by storing them in cool, dry, and dark places.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
______ is an example of nonperishable food.
List three ways of storing eggs to maintain their freshness.
State any three points to be kept in mind while storing processed cereal products.
Discuss any three precautionary measures to be followed while refrigerating food.
Example of a hygroscopic substance:
Sam washed the eggs thoroughly before storing them two days ago. However, today, while making an omelette, he discovered that the eggs are no longer usable. In your opinion, what could be one reason for this deterioration? Additionally, how would you recommend he store them next time?
Flesh foods should be stored below ______.
Sugar is hygroscopic in nature. Explain.
What are the two major causes of food spoilage?
Explain the classification of food on the basis of moisture content for the purpose of storage. Give two examples of each.
