Category: F
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Flavedo
The outer colored portion or peel of an orange.
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Flat sour
Canned foods that have spoiled due to thermophilic or thermoduric microorganisms.
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Flash point
The temperature at which an oil will flash when a flame is passed over the surface of the oil.
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Flash pasteurization
A process in which the material is held at a much higher temperature than in normal pasteurization, but for a considerably shorter period.
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Flambe
To set fire with brandy, rum or other liqueur with high alcohol content just before serving food. Created by setting a liquid on fire, specifically by pouring a heated spirit like brandy over a dish, igniting it, and presenting it while still aflame. The term you are referring to is “flambé”. Flambé is a French…
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Fish protein concentrate
Products prepared from whole edible fish.
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Firming agent
Substances used to aid the coagulation of certain cheeses and to improve the texture of processed fruits and vegetables which might otherwise become soft.
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Fire point
The temperature at which an oil will take fire and burn.
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Fire-fighting
Opposite of prevention.
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Fining
The application of specific agents (tannins, gelatin etc.) to clarify and stabilize wines.