Time & Temperature (NYC)Question 65 of 240
A cook thaws shrimp under running water. To be safe, the water must be:
a.Hot, at least 120°F
b.Running, potable (drinkable) water at 70°F or below, with the food not staying in the danger zone too long
c.Standing still in a warm sink
d.At exactly 140°F
Explanation
Thawing under running water requires potable water at 70°F or below, with enough flow to wash away loosened particles, and the food should not stay in the danger zone longer than allowed. Hot or 140°F water would push the surface into the danger zone and start cooking unevenly. Standing warm water is not an approved method.
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