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PRACTICAL WALKTHROUGH · PARAMETERS · COMMON MISTAKES
PEF uses high‑voltage micro‑pulses to electroporate plant cells, releasing flavor compounds without significant heating.
Origin: Dutch (1970s) — Netherlands
See full technique reference →Electroporation creates transient pores in the phospholipid bilayer, allowing rapid diffusion of intracellular terpenes, phenolics, and other volatile compounds into the surrounding medium. The process operates below 30 °C, preserving heat‑labile nutrients such as vitamin C and certain amino acids, and relies on precise control of field strength and pulse duration to maximize extraction efficiency.
Primary Reaction
Electroporation of plant cell membranes
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