What You Need to Know
The process involves the use of a platinum or stainless steel electrode and a DC power source to remove or add hydrogen ions, thus changing the pH of the solution. The temperature and time required for pH manipulation can vary depending on the initial pH, desired final pH, and power source used.
Steps
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Electrolyzed citrus foam (Spanish modernist cuisine): Creates ultra-stable acidic foams for garnishes
- 2.
pH-adjusted ramen broth (Japanese avant-garde cooking): Fine-tunes umami extraction without added acids
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Electrolyzed cocktail bitters (American mixology): Precisely controls bitterness and aromatic extraction
The Science
Primary Reaction
Electrolysis