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PRACTICAL WALKTHROUGH · PARAMETERS · COMMON MISTAKES
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Oka I'a (Samoa): Base flavoring agent for raw fish salad with coconut cream
Kokoda (Fiji): Fermented fish used as umami booster in citrus-cured seafood dishes
Kelaguen (Guam): Flavor foundation for Chamorro-style ceviche with fermented fish paste
Primary Reaction
Lactic acid fermentation
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Key Variables
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Putrefaction
Cause: Insufficient salt or improper anaerobic conditions
Fix: Discard batch, ensure 3-5% salt concentration and airtight seal
Yeast overgrowth
Cause: Exposure to oxygen or high temperatures
Fix: Scrape off top layer, increase salt content by 1%