What is the benefit of roasting spices in Indian cooking?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Aroma and flavour can improve
Light roasting releases and develops the aromatic oils in spices, which can enhance their aroma and flavour. Therefore, improved aroma and flavour is correct. However, spices become bitter only when they are over-roasted or burnt; this is not an inevitable result. Exam tip: remember that roasting spices mainly develops their aroma and flavour.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Aroma and flavour can improve
Why is this the correct answer?
Light roasting releases and develops the aromatic oils in spices, which can enhance their aroma and flavour. Therefore, improved aroma and flavour is correct. However, spices become bitter only when they are over-roasted or burnt; this is not an inevitable result. Exam tip: remember that roasting spices mainly develops their aroma and flavour.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Work, Livelihood and Career. Topic: Traditional occupations in India - Indian cuisine.
