Question

Identify the CORRECT sequence of operations for dressing of poultry.

• A. Slaughtering and bleeding → scalding → defeathering → eviscerating → chilling
• B. Slaughtering and bleeding → defeathering → scalding → eviscerating → chilling
• C. Slaughtering and bleeding → eviscerating → defeathering → scalding → chilling
• D. Slaughtering and bleeding → defeathering → eviscerating → scalding → chilling

Hint:

In poultry processing, scalding helps loosen feathers, and evisceration removes internal organs, which are key steps before chilling the meat.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The correct sequence of operations for poultry dressing involves the following steps: 
1. Slaughtering and bleeding: The bird is slaughtered, and blood is drained out to avoid spoilage and ensure better meat quality. 
2. Scalding: The bird is immersed in hot water to loosen the feathers. This step is necessary for effective defeathering. 
3. Defeathering: After scalding, the feathers are removed either manually or with the help of mechanical equipment. 
4. Eviscerating: This step involves removing the internal organs to ensure the bird is properly cleaned. 
5. Chilling: Finally, the poultry is chilled to prevent bacterial growth and to maintain freshness. 
Thus, the correct answer is (A) Slaughtering and bleeding → scalding → defeathering → eviscerating → chilling.