Description
Acidic cooking methods use low pH to tenderize proteins, break down polysaccharides, and preserve foods.
Technical
Acidic marination denatures myosin at ~40 °C, while pectin hydrolysis occurs at 60 °C in a 0.5 % citric acid solution. The low pH also inhibits spoilage microbes such as Listeria and Salmonella, ensuring safety.
Science
Primary Reaction
Acid-catalyzed hydrolysis of proteins and polysaccharides, and acid-mediated microbial inhibition.
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
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