Maillard Facts
When cooking a steak, when is the start of the Maillard reaction? What is the indication?
When searing has achieved minor browning on the outside
When does the maillard reaction happen in Chocolate Chip cookies while baking?
When the oven becomes 310 degrees F.
The Maillard reaction happens between which two types of compounds found in potatoes?
Amino acids/proteins & sugars
How do you know the coffee bean is ready?
When it cracks
Calculate the cost per recipe.
Butter Price = $4
Size = 4 sticks (2 cups)
Amount needed = ½ cup
2 cup/0.5 cup = 4
$4/4 = $1
What temperature does the Maillard reaction occur at?
About 310 F (280-330 F)
What happens when the sugar combines with amino acids?
It creates complex flavor and aroma compounds
Why don’t boiled potatoes undergo the Maillard reaction?
The potatoes don’t exceed the Maillard reaction temp. Water boils at 212°F
What color does a french roast have? (dark or light brown?)
Dark brown
Calculate the cost per recipe.
Vanilla Price = $8
Size = 2 fl oz (12 tsp)
Amount needed = ½ tsp
12 tsp/ 0.5 tsp = 24
$8/ 24 = $0.33
What is caramelization? (another non-enzymatic browning reaction)
When the sugar molecules in the food breakdown under heat.
How long does it take for the Maillard reaction to happen?
~10 min
Why would we use olive oil or vegetable oil instead of butter to fry with?
Oils can hold higher temps than butter.
How long should the coffee bean rest after being roasted?
1-3 days
Calculate the cost per recipe.
Salt Price = $4
Size = 26oz (41 tbsp)
Amount needed = ¼ tbsp
41 tbsp/ 0.25 tbsp = 164
$4/ 164 = $0.02
What is a tell-tale sign that the Maillard reaction is occurring?
When cooking/baking an aroma comes from the food, brown color forming
What role does baking soda play when making cookies?
It neutralizes the acidic ingredients that inhibit browning. It creates CO2 pockets which can make the cookie flakier
What food group does a potato classify as?
root or starchy vegetable
How long should you brew coffee?
2-4 minutes
Calculate the cost per recipe.
Flour Price = $3.68
Size = 5 lb (17 cups)
Amount needed = 1 ¼ cup
17 cups/ 1.25 cups = 13.6
$3.68/ 13.6 = $0.27
What two components are needed for the Maillard reaction to occur?
Amino acids/proteins & sugars
Does the Maillard reaction create browning, nutty, and toasted flavors?
Yes
Should you season the potatoes before or while you are cooking?
While you are cooking
What temperature should you roast coffee beans?
370-540 F
Calculate the cost per recipe.
Sugar Price = $4.58
Size = 4lb bag (15 cups)
Amount needed = ¾ cup
15 cups/ 0.75 cups = 20
$4.58/ 20 = $0.23