Non-Enzymatic Browning Quiz

What is the process called when sugars interact with sugars to produce special odors and flavors when cooked?

• Oxidation

• Fermentation

• Maillard Reaction

• Caramelization

What is the interaction of sugars with amino acids called?

• Maillard Reaction

• Caramelization

• Hydrolysis

• Decomposition

What is the most basic form of caramelization in the kitchen?

• Melting of sugar into a syrup

• Baking a cake

• Grilling a steak

• Boiling pasta

At what temperature does caramelization take place?

• 170 degrees Celsius

• 200 degrees Celsius

• 100 degrees Celsius

• 150 degrees Celsius

Which compound gives caramel its buttery flavor?

• Maltol

• Furan

• Acetaldehyde

• Diacetyl

What is responsible for making a seared steak taste better?

• Oxidation

• Fermentation

• Maillard Reaction

• Caramelization

What causes amino acids in the surface of the muscle to form new compounds with carbohydrates and other compounds in the muscle?

• Caramelization

• Maillard Reaction

• Hydrolysis

• Decomposition

What is responsible for the delicious flavors and odors of seared steak, caramelized onions, and toasted bread?

• Caramelization

• Maillard Reaction

• Fermentation

• Oxidation

What is the main theme of the video?

• Healthy eating

• Cooking techniques

• Food chemistry

• Kitchen equipment

What is the key takeaway from the video?

• Making toast

• Understanding non-enzymatic browning

• Searing a steak

• Caramelizing onions