| 摘要 |
A method of preparing a frozen food product, the method comprising: (i) providing a food product in already frozen state 10, the food product comprising a food selected from: fish; and seafood; (ii) applying to the surface of the food product a protective composition 12 comprising an adhesive composition and a particulate composition, so as to form a protective coating that adsorbs to the surface of the food product; and (iii) freezing the protective coating so as to form a frozen food product with a protective coating applied thereto; wherein the protective coating serves to: prevent dehydration of the frozen food product during freezer storage; enable the frozen food product to be cooked directly from frozen; and prevent loss of any subsequently applied batter or coating during cooking. The method may also comprise the steps of (iv) applying batter to the surface of the protective coating; and (v) cooking the product without defrosting first. |
