Description
Fermentation techniques break down plant-based proteins and create new flavor compounds.
Technical
Fermentation involves microbial fermentation of amino acids, sugars, glutamates, and other compounds, resulting in the creation of new flavor compounds, textures, and preservation of plant-based ingredients. This process can occur over several days to weeks at room temperature.
Science
Primary Reaction
Microbial fermentation
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
UmamiFruityEarthyTangySavoryHerbal
Wine Analogy
Similar complexity development as natural wine fermentation
Coffee Analogy
Analogous to controlled fermentation processing of coffee cherries
Perfume Analogy