NUTR 325 Exam 3

In general, describe the extent of alcohol consumption in the Middle East.

Banned for Muslims, and not very widely consumed in other parts of the Middle East. However consumed in Turkey and the Balkans

How is Chinese cuisine different from Japanese cuisine?

Chinese flavor principles: soy sauce, rice wine, ginger Japanese flavor principles: soy sauce, sugar, rice wine vinegar

What other cultures, historically, have had a significant influence on the cuisine of the various countries of Southeast Asia? For example, what cultures have influenced the food of the Philippines, Vietnam, etc.

Chinese, Spanish (Philippines) and French (Vietnam)

Understand issues that relate to the Hindu worldview, including vegetarianism, pure and impure food categories, and the caste system.

Hindus don't wanna hurt life so they are usually vegetarian.

Where are the Spice Islands located?

Indonesia

How does the cuisine of Greek and Turkey differ from that of neighboring Middle Eastern countries?

It uses more meats and cheeses, butter, olive oil and seafoods.

Describe poi and how it is made.

Made from taro root that has been boiled or pounded

Explain the use of chopsticks in East Asia.

Made in China, provided a physical distance from the food to not eat like an animal, and they are considered an extension of the fingers.

Describe ceviche.

Method of preparing fresh fish, shrimps, scallops, or crab by marinating small raw chunks in citrus juice. National dish of Peru.

Where is a "Blue Zone" in this region? (East Asia)

Okinawa

What is significant about the regional cuisine of Brazil?

Portuguese and African influence rather than Spanish/European. Special flavor principle: Bahia - Chili peppers, dried shrimp, ginger root and palm oil.

What is the status of over- and under- nutrition in both of these parts of the world? (Southeast Asia and Pacific Islanders)

Pretty poor nutrition. Many people are underweight and malnourished. Many have stunted growth.

What is generally served in Korea for breakfast?

Rice, soup, and meat.

What is SPAM®, where does it come from and how did it become prevalent in certain diets in this region? (Southeast Asia and Pacific Islanders)

SPAM is a precooked canned meat made by Hormel Food Corporation. Its chopped pork shoulder, ham, salt, water, sugar, and sodium nitrate. It became prevalent in these regions when meat was scarce and refrigeration was not prevalent.

Describe Dim Sum.

Several small bite sized dishes served in a meal. Started in Hong Kong but has spread.

Know the wide varieties of types of common foods derived from staples such as soy and rice.

Soy sauce, tofu, tempeh, miso paste and hoisin.

What other cultures have historically had a significant influence on the cuisine of the Caribbean Islands?

Spanish, French, British, Dutch, Danes, Africans, Asian Indians, Chinese

What is tempeh and where did it originate?

Tempeh is fermented soybeans much like tofu, however, its firmer, nuttier and earthier than tofu. It is also much more nutritious. It originated in Indonesia.