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Food commodities

Overview

Understanding the origin and properties of a range of food commodities whilst preparing and using more complex kitchen equipment and ingredients safely.

Example Key Words

Food Poisoning

An illness caused by consuming food or water that has been contaminated by specific bacteria or toxins.

Primary Processing

The process of changing or transforming raw foods into a suitable state to be eaten or added to other foods.

Coagulation

When protein denatures to form a sold structure.

Wholegrain

The whole seed in it’s natural state

Maillard Reaction

Chemical reaction between proteins and carbohydrates which changes the flavour of the food.

Cross Contamination

Spreading of bacteria, allergens and other substances from one item to another.

External Links

United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC):

  • 12: Respect for children's views
  • 13: Sharing thoughts freely
  • 17: Access to information
  • 24: Health, water, food, environment
  • 27: Food, clothing, a safe home
  • 28: Access to education

Fundamental British Values (FBV):

  • Rule of law
  • Mutual respect
  • Tolerance of different cultures and religions