# Properties of foods

Source: https://projectgcse.co.uk/food_technology/food_preparation/properties_of_food

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Properties and example of food to achieve that property.

Adding flavour to food

- Salt, pepper, herbs and spices

Adding colour

- Adding garnish – parsley etc

Adding texture

- Crunchy fruit in yoghurt – contrasting textures

Thickening

- Starchy foods, flour etc

Bulking

- The main ingredient to bulk out the dish

Setting food

- Gelatine