Rice and Grains Chapter 11 What are Grains












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Rice and Grains Chapter 11
What are Grains? ? ? • Germ • • Endosperm • • Bran •
Nutrients in Grains Endosperm: Bran: Germ:
Grain Processing All grains must be processed, and this begins with removal of the outer husk. • Whole Grain • The ______ edible grain kernel is used, the resulting product contains most of the kernel’s original nutrients. Examples: _____________________ When the bran and germ are removed, many _____ are lost. Examples include white bread and most breakfast cereals. When this happens, the grain products are enriched and fortified. • _____: a process in which some nutrients lost as a result of processing are added back to the product. • ______: a process of adding 10% or more of the Daily Value for a specific nutrient to a product.
Buying Grains and Grain Products • • •
Rice • Short grained rice – –
Rice • Medium grained rice –
Rice • Long grains –
• • • Brown Rice White Rice Converted Rice Instant Rice •
Other Grains • ______: mild-flavored, hardy grain, used in soups and stews • ______: The ground bran of oat, rice or wheat can be purchased to use as a hot cereals or in baking. • ______: Wheat kernels that have been steamed, dried, and crushed. Tender with a chewy texture. Used in main dishes, salads, and as a side dish.
Other Grains • _______: Coarsely ground dried corn, used as a breakfast cereal and baking • _______ (KOOS-koos): Steamed, cracked endosperm of wheat kernel. Has a nutty flaovr and used in cereal, salad , main dishes, and sweetened for dessert. • _______: Crushed wheat berries wsith a very tough and chewy texture. Often added to bread. • Grits: Coarsely ground endosperm of corn. • _______: Roasted buckwheat that is hulled and crushed. Has a pleasant, nutty flavor. Used as breakfast cereal or side dish.
Other Grains • _______: Small, yellow grains with a mild flavor. Used in breads, cereals, or side dishes. • _______: Often eaten as a hot cereal or used in baked goods. • _______ (KEEN-wah): A small ivory colored, rice-like grain, and cooks faster than rice.