Unit 3: Food Vocabulary
Tronc Commun Technologies
Introduction
Food is an essential part of our daily lives and culture. This unit covers vocabulary related to different types of food, cooking methods, and eating habits in technological contexts.
Key Areas
• Food categories
• Cooking techniques
• Food technology
Importance
Essential for nutrition and food industry careers
Applications
Culinary arts, food science, nutrition
1. Food Categories
Basic Food Groups
- ✔ Fruits
- ✔ Vegetables
- ✔ Grains
- ✔ Proteins
- ✔ Dairy
- ✔ Fats/Oils
Example: “A balanced meal includes items from at least 3 food groups.”
Food Pyramid
2. Cooking Methods
Heat-Based Methods
| Method | Example |
|---|---|
| Boiling | Pasta |
| Frying | French fries |
| Baking | Bread |
Modern Techniques
Sous-vide: Cooking in vacuum-sealed bags
Molecular gastronomy: Scientific cooking
3. Food Technology Terms
Important Vocabulary
• Preservation
• Pasteurization
• Fermentation
• Hydroponics
• GMO
• Organic
Definitions:
Pasteurization: Heat treatment to kill bacteria
Hydroponics: Growing plants without soil
GMO: Genetically Modified Organism
Organic: Grown without synthetic chemicals
4. Vocabulary Practice
Matching Exercise
To bake
To grill
Flashcards
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