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What is the purpose of 'curing' in food preservation?
What is the purpose of 'curing' in food preservation?
- To enhance color
- To remove moisture (correct)
- To add flavor
- To kill all bacteria
Which of the following is NOT typically used in the curing process?
Which of the following is NOT typically used in the curing process?
- Sugar
- Nitrates
- Salt
- Monosodium glutamate (MSG) (correct)
Why is sugar used in the curing process?
Why is sugar used in the curing process?
- To add sweetness
- To counteract saltiness (correct)
- To provide energy
- All of the above
What chemical compound is often used in modern curing to improve color and preserve flavor?
What chemical compound is often used in modern curing to improve color and preserve flavor?
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What is an effect of using salt in the curing process?
What is an effect of using salt in the curing process?
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Study Notes
Curing Preservation Process
- In the curing preservation process, certain ingredients are rubbed onto food before leaving them to rest.
- The ingredients used in this process include:
- Salt
- Nitrates
- Sugar
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