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Mongolian air‑dried mutton is a traditional preservation method that uses ambient heat, wind, and salt to dehydrate thinly sliced mutton over several days.
Origin: Mongolian nomadic herding communities (13th century) — Mongolia
See full technique reference →During drying, water evaporates from the meat surface while salt draws moisture out via osmosis, limiting microbial growth. Protein denaturation is minimal because temperatures stay below 40 °C, preserving the native secondary structure. The low temperature also restricts Maillard browning, maintaining the meat’s natural flavor profile.
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Water evaporation and salt‑induced osmotic dehydration
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