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Processing of condiments part 31: Small-scale fig preserve

Preserves are similar to jelly with the exception that whole or large pieces of fruit are used in the making of preserves. The figs used for the preserve should be first-ripe instead of ...

8 Aug 2023 · 4 min read

Processing of condiments Part 30: Pickled red cabbage

Pickled red cabbage is shredded red cabbage canned or bottled in brine. Red cabbage (Brassica oleracea capitata) is most frequently used and should be packed as soon as possible after re...

20 Jul 2023 · 8 min read

Processing of condiments Part 28: Pickled asparagus

Asparagus is preserved by the ad­dition of salt and acid in a suit­able container that may or may not be pasteurised. Asparagus is usually pickled as whole spears, alone or with the ad...

8 May 2023 · 9 min read

Processing of condiments – Part 27: Pickled beetroot

Pickled beetroot is skinned, sliced and cooked beetroot packed and preserved in vinegar, a little salt, with or without sweetener and spices. The product is sealed in glass jars and pasÂ...

4 Apr 2023 · 8 min read

Processing of condiments Part 25: Maize sweeteners & syrups

Maize sweeteners and syrups are manufactured from the starchy endosperm of maize using a conversion process known as hydrolysis. This hydrolysis process can be chemical (by means of stro...

21 Dec 2022 · 5 min read
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