Commercial Cooking 10, 20, 30
COOK19A
Module 19A: Plant-based Proteins A (Core)
Outcome
Examine the use of plant-based proteins in menu items.
Indicators
(a) | Identify a variety of plant-based proteins and discuss their handling and storage. |
(b) | Differentiate among various types of legumes (e.g., kidney beans, peas, lentils, lima beans and chickpeas), including their uses. |
(c) | Research the nutritional value of legumes including fat, carbohydrates and proteins. |
(d) | Demonstrate the method of soaking dried beans and peas for cooking. |
(e) | Distinguish among dry, frozen and canned varieties of legumes. |
(f) | Demonstrate the various methods of simmering dried legumes in preparation for cooking. |
(g) | Prepare a variety of menu items (e.g., tacos and meat sauce) replacing the meat with legumes (e.g., kidney beans, peas, lentils, lima beans, black beans and chickpeas). |
(h) | Analyze the difference in taste, texture, cost and nutrition between meat-based and plant-based proteins in various dishes. |
(i) | Practise food safety standards when handling, preparing, cooking, serving and storing plant-based proteins. |
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