What You Need to Know
Freezing at sub‑zero temperatures denatures parasites and preserves protein structure, while smoking introduces phenolic antioxidants that inhibit oxidation. Curing with salt and nitrite forms nitrosylated proteins that extend shelf life, and sous‑vide cooking at low temperatures preserves texture by preventing protein coagulation.
The Science
Primary Reaction
Protein denaturation and microbial inactivation via heat, salt, and phenolic compounds