SITHKOP012 Dietary Requirements Medical 2
SITHKOP012 Dietary Requirements Medical 2
SITHKOP012 Dietary Requirements Medical 2
For each recipe you will need to identify the customer’s special dietary requirements, food
preferences and aversions. You will need to complete one of these documents for each recipe.
Dietary requirements
Summarise the dietary requirements of the group. Your summary should include all:
nutrition goals
food restrictions
a description of the health consequences of ignoring the special dietary requirements of the
people in the group
any liaison that you did with other professionals to identify and confirm the dietary requirements
of members of the group.
Describe the steps that you took to respond to the customer’s dietary need. How did you access a
recipe which met the customer’s specific needs?
To attend to the dietary requirements of the patron, I perused a recipe crafted to satisfy these
specifications. I undertook an online exploration for a recipe for baked salmon with quinoa that is
gluten-free, and discovered an appropriate recipe. I subsequently scrutinized the recipe to ascertain
that it omitted any allergens or non-conforming constituents, executing compulsory alterations to
conform to the customer's distinct needs. This guaranteed that the dish was in compliance with the
dietary requirements with efficacy.
Ingredient choice
Describe how you chose ingredients suitable for meeting the customer’s nutritional needs. How did
you ensure that a combination of foods was chosen to meet the nutrient requirements of your
customer/s? How did you ensure balance of nutritional requirements and variety? How did the
ingredients chosen help in regards to dietary diseases and health implications of food choices?
I have carefully curated the ingredients for the dish "Baked Salmon with Quinoa and Steamed
Vegetables" in order to cater to the nutritional requirements and dietary limitations of our esteemed
customer. The selection process involved the following considerations:
Nutrient Variety: The inclusion of salmon, a protein source abundant in omega-3 fatty acids,
which are known to promote cardiovascular health, was a deliberate choice. Furthermore,
quinoa, a gluten-free grain, was incorporated to provide additional protein and fibre. The
Health Implications: This dish is not only a delectable culinary experience but also a
wholesome and nutritious choice. The omega-3s present in salmon are known to promote
heart health, while quinoa offers plant-based protein and fibre. The steamed vegetables
contribute essential nutrients, making this dish a well-rounded and highly beneficial meal.
Salmon cooked in the oven: Salmon can be cooked in the oven to retain its protein and
omega-3 fatty acid content. I chose this approach because it can improve flavour without
causing too much nutrient loss.
Quinoa cooking: To retain the nutrients in the quinoa, I cooked it using the absorption
technique, just like I would with rice. During this process, quinoa was simmered in a covered
pot so that it could absorb moisture and nutrients without transferring them to the cooking
water.
Vegetable steaming: Vegetable steaming is a gentle method of cooking that reduces nutrient
loss. To preserve the vegetables' nutrients, I decided to steam them.
Equipment Selection: I cooked the fish on a baking sheet and the quinoa and vegetables in a
covered saucepan. These were chosen because of their capacity to disperse heat uniformly,
avoiding overcooking and nutrient deterioration.
What cooking methods did you use? How did you prevent cross contamination? How did you ensure
that the dish maintained equivalent nutritional value?
Cooking methods: To conserve nutrients, I baked the salmon, cooked the quinoa using the
absorption method, and steamed the vegetables.
Consultation
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