What You Need to Know
Food preservation involves removing water, air, or other factors to prevent spoilage and degradation, and can be achieved through various methods such as dehydration, freeze-drying, and vacuum-sealing.
Steps
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Biltong (South Africa): Air-drying creates concentrated meat snack
- 2.
Kimchi (Korea): Lacto-fermentation preserves vegetables while developing flavor
- 3.
Confit (France): Preservation in fat creates tender, flavorful meat
The Science
Primary Reaction
Removal of water or air