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Sous vide is a precision cooking technique that uses vacuum‑sealed bags in a temperature‑controlled water bath.
Origin: French chefs (1990s) — France
See full technique reference →By maintaining a constant, low temperature, sous vide denatures proteins such as myosin and myoglobin uniformly while preserving moisture and flavor. Collagen is gradually converted into gelatin, giving tough cuts a silky mouthfeel, and volatile flavor compounds are retained due to the sealed environment.
Primary Reaction
Protein denaturation and collagen solubilization
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