Formulation goals, from boosting protein in nutritional beverages to the creation of trendy ethnic foods with savory cheeses, can be achieved through the use of whey, milk and cheese ingredients.
Attendees of Prepared Foodsí R&D Seminar series heard about ethnic trends in America, specifically about Hispanic, Indian and Asian foods. They also learned how hydrocolloids affect taste, aroma, mouthfeel and texture in food and beverage systems, and how certain software can help with claims and costs.
Looking broadly at Chinese cooking, the flavor secrets that stand out are soy, garlic, ginger, onion, white pepper, rice wine and sesame oil (from black sesame).
Today, the foods of some North African and Middle Eastern countries are attracting more attention, as chefs have expanded to use their ingredients in modern Mediterranean fare.
One hears a lot about “comfort foods” these days. They are the simple, down-home dishes--meat loaf, chicken croquettes, pot roast, etc.--that are on traditional American menus, and they are enjoying
Greek cuisine is one of the oldest in Western culture and truly represents not only the classic, Mediterranean diet components, but also dishes of culinary subtlety and finesse.