What You Need to Know
In physics and chemistry, flash freezing is a process by which an object is rapidly frozen by subjecting an object to cryogenic temperatures, or through direct contact with liquid nitrogen at −196 °C (−320.8 °F).
Steps
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Sashimi-grade tuna (Japan): Parasite destruction while preserving raw texture
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Molecular gastronomy spheres (Spain): Instant freezing of liquid centers
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Berry freezing for desserts (France): Preserves cellular structure and juice retention