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PRACTICAL WALKTHROUGH · PARAMETERS · COMMON MISTAKES
Caramelization is a complex chemical reaction that occurs when sugars are heated, resulting in new flavor compounds and browning.
Origin: Sumerians (Ancient Mesopotamia (circa 2000 BCE)) — Middle East
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Crème brûlée (France): Forms glass-like caramelized sugar crust
Baklava (Ottoman Empire): Creates syrup binding layers
Tres leches cake (Latin America): Caramelizes milk sugars
Primary Reaction
Maillard reaction
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