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Step-by-Step Tutorial
PRACTICAL WALKTHROUGH · PARAMETERS · COMMON MISTAKES
Origin: Ancient Chinese (Han Dynasty (206 BCE - 220 CE)) — East Asia
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Spongy Texture
Cause: Over-hydration of protein matrix
Fix: Adjust water binding capacity with phosphates
Off-Color Development
Cause: Polyphenol oxidation
Fix: Use color-protective agents like ascorbic acid