What Are The Real Challenges That Kosher Caterers Have To Face?

There are a number of standard categories offering delicacies from all over the world. And then again, there are Kosher caterers that tend to be a world apart from them. The real difference between Kosher catering and standard catering lies in the Kosher laws of food making. These laws are called Kashrut laws. The rules govern almost every aspect of food making, ranging from food preparation, consumption, and presentation. Here is a quick sum up of the basic laws of the Jewish food tradition.

 

The Basic Rules -

 

The basic laws that Kosher caterers PA have to follow are not very complicated to comprehend. Separation of products like dairy (milchig) as well as meat (fleishig) is necessary. Non-kosher animals like pork and shellfish, are prohibited. There is also a prohibition on some animal by-products, as well as blood in the preparation. It is also important that the food providers follow a definite manner, which is comprehensively known as Shechita for slaughtering and food preparation.  Also, there would be a complete separation of Non-Kosher and Kosher ingredients.

 

Know the Kashrut Categories -

 

The most common food divisions that Kosher Catering PA needs to follow are Meat or Fleishig. It includes lamb, beef, goat, as well as game meats. The dairy or Milchig category, on the other hand, includes cheese, yogurt, butter, milk, and yogurt. So far, Pareve or neutral foods are concerned, and the Kosher food laws encourage the use of eggs, fruits, and vegetables. Again, Kosher fish refers to having scales and fins, such as salmon and tuna.

 

Laws of Food Preparation -

 

The rules regarding slaughter, or Shechita, advocate the employment of trained professionals for more humane slaughter. Also, there should be a complete removal of blood from the meat. This is possible through timely soaking, as well as salting. Use of separate utensils and equipment is also important. Also, there would be separate plates, utensils, and tables to serve them.

 

Kashrut Certifications -

 

Rabbinical Supervision is compulsory for any Kosher catering PA. Your caterer should also have approval of Kosher Certification Agencies, such as, OU, Star-K, and KSA. Also, look for Kosher Symbols like a "U".

A seasoned catering would also have the necessary logistics to prevent common challenges, such as cross-contamination, shared equipment, the presence of hidden Ingredients like gelatin and rennet, and unverified suppliers.