Types of Poultry
What the pieces of Chicken?
2 drumsticks
2 thighs
2 breasts
2 wings
At what temperature do you thaw poultry?
41 degrees F or below
Do we have authorization to stuff a whole turkey?
No
What is the grade USDA grade of poultry that the
Navy procures?
Grade A
Where do you insert a thermometer to check doneness of a whole bird?
The thickest part of the thigh muscle.
How long can you hold thawed poultry under refrigeration?
24 Hours
Name 7 forms in chicken in which is procured in the Navy?
Broiler / Fryer cut-up.
Broiler / Fryer frozen, whole, w/o giblets.
Broiler / Fryer quartered.
Broiler / Fryer separate parts.
Canned, boned.
Chicken fillets and nuggets.
Precooked breaded chicken, bone-in.
Unbreaded chicken fillets.
What temperature do you cook Chicken to and for how long?
165 degress F for 15 seconds
What is the process of flouring, coating in egg, and coating in breadcrumbs called?
Dredging
Highest average acceptability among poultry products?
Boneless Chicken Breast
What is the internal temperature of the following when done cooking Turkey? (hint: bone-in and boneless)
170 degrees boneless; 180 degrees bone-in
How long does it take to thaw a turkey over 16 lbs?
Three to four days
Besides Chicken what are three other types of
poultry that the Navy uses?
Duck, Cornish Game Hens and Turkey
What is the proper oil temperature of the oil when
deep-frying chicken?
325 degrees F.
How long does poultry need to rest before carving?
20-30 minutes