Techniques
Mustard oil creates an anaerobic environment that selects for beneficial LAB while inhibiting pathogens.
Acid-induced denaturation and aggregation of milk casein proteins to form a fresh cheese curd.
Indian street food preparation involves a combination of thermal, mechanical, chemical, biological, emulsification, concentration, and modernist processes to create a wide range of dishes.
Chickpea flour extrusion is a modern innovation in plant-based cuisine that involves mixing chickpea flour with water and other ingredients, then forcing the mixture through a die to create a desired shape.
Moisture removal and protein denaturation creates heat-stable clarified butter.
Porous clay vessels enable gentle heat transfer and moisture circulation for tenderizing tough ingredients.
Dry-roasting whole spices releases volatile oils before grinding, creating layered aromatic compounds.
Artful assembly of betel leaf parcels containing layered fillings that undergo flavor-changing reactions.
Controlled bacterial fermentation of milk at elevated temperatures favoring thermophilic cultures.