IDDSI Level 4 Food (PU4)
The requirements of the IDDSI Audit Sheet for IDDSI Level 4 – Pureed food means that the texture must be completely smooth but not flow very easily (see IDDSI Texting Methods). However, recipes for IDDSI Level 4 food can be delicious and offer great variety.
Any regular dish or food item can be reformed to meet the requirements of this IDDSI Level and this section is designed to give you recipes for IDDSI Level 4 food that will inspire you to create delicious items without restriction.
To find out more about swallowing difficulties CLICK HERE and you will find in-depth information on IDDSI; food and drinks for dysphagia diets; and hints, tips and resources.
Recipes for IDDSI Level 4 Food
Simple soups, such as our featured recipe, are great examples of recipes for IDDSI Level 4 food options. However, we shouldn’t be restricted to soup recipes… simple reform processes can be applied to ingredients that will allow you to make a host of items from curries, kebabs to classic dishes like chicken Kiev and apple pie.
ORAL Approach
We have developed an approach to making dysphagia diets that is both systematic and simple. ORAL is being used across heath and social care setting in the UK and is ensuring there is better choice and higher quality menus available for patients and residents with dysphagia.
To find how you can learn to use the ORAL approach CLICK HERE for online courses.
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IDDSI Level 4 Recipe – Lemon and Ginger Cheesecake
This deliciously zingy IDDSI Level 4 cheesecake is great as a luxurious end to a dinner party or as a high energy snack at any time of the day! This simple recipe combines a small number…
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IDDSI Level 4 Recipe – Horseradish Smoked Salmon with Pickled Beetroot and Watercress Salad
Try out this delicious IDDSI Level 4 recipe thst everyone will love. Adaptations for all IDDSI Levels for food can be made too!
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Why is food suitable for dysphagia known as modified food? Do you think it is right...?
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In this post we look at an innovative way of making delicious pasta suitable for dysphagia diets at IDDSI Level 4
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IDDSI Cooking Webinar – Part 2 – Starchy Foods
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In this post you can find out about modifying tricky starchy foods such as rice, potatoes and pasta for IDDSI Level 4
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IDDSI Webinar – Myths and Truths about Modifying Foods for IDDSI Levels
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