The Science
Primary Reaction
Lactic acid fermentation
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Key Variables
pH (4.2-4.6)Temperature (15-20°C)Salt concentration (2-5%)Sugar concentration (1-2%)Water activity (0.95-0.98)
Common Mistakes
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Insufficient acidification
Cause: Inadequate lactic acid production or contamination
Fix: Adjust brine composition or add starter culture