FOOD TECHNOLOGY

FOOD PROCESSING AND PRESERVATION

FOOD PRESERVATION METHODS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Name the technique by which Papad can be preserved.
A
Vacuum Sealing.
B
Sugaring
C
Canning.
D
Sun-Drying.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Sun drying is a traditional drying method for reducing the moisture content of paddy by spreading the grains under the sun. The solar radiation heats up the grains as well as the surrounding air and thus increases the rate of water evaporating from the grains.

Detailed explanation-2: -Answer: Papads which have been soft and moist should be kept in sun for drying. Drying method involves removal of water content (moisture) from the foodstuffs. Papads when kept in sun for drying for 2-3 days will become crisp again.

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