What You Need to Know
The process involves the breakdown of starches into sugars and other compounds by microorganisms such as bacteria and yeast, and is influenced by factors such as temperature, pH, and oxygen levels.
Key Parameters
Equipment
earthenware potsbanana leavesstone weightswoven baskets
Steps
- 1.
Gari (West Africa): Primary preservation method creating staple food
- 2.
Pao de queijo (Brazil): Provides characteristic tanginess in cheese bread
- 3.
Tapai (Southeast Asia): Fermentation creates sweet-sour dessert base
The Science
Primary Reaction
Microbial fermentation