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Why is there pickles?
Well they are yummy for the tummy, that's why =DMore information:Pickling was developed as a way of preserving food before refrigeration was widely available. We continue to make pickles because we enjoy eating them.
What has the author David Mabey written?
David Mabey has written: 'CA Cheapeats 1988' 'Jams, pickles and chutneys' -- subject(s): Canning and preserving, Chutney, Jam, Pickles 'Consumers Association Country Pubs'
What are the substances that make good preserving agent?
food is very important food.
Are all pickles cucumbers?
Cucumbers are what pickles are made from. They are made by processing the cucumbers in a solution of vinegar, spices and other flavors. But in England, baby pickles are tiny onions soaked in vineger.
Why is pickling done?
Foods are pickled for a variety of reasons. Some are pickled for taste reasons, (see pickles) while some are pickled as a means of preserving them.
What are some of the best ways to use Kilner Jars?
The best way to utilize kilner jars is for preserving jams or pickles, they provide a suction by means of a rubber ring, once closed which ensures the freshness is kept and preserves the jam or pickles in the jar.
Why do people smell like pickles?
Some like them and some don't. If they don't, then it is more for you.
How plasmolysis helps in preserving jams and pickles?
Plasmolysis in cells results in loss of water, causing shrinkage of cell contents. This process helps in preserving jams and pickles by creating an environment with reduced water content, making it difficult for microorganisms to grow and spoil the food. Additionally, plasmolysis helps to maintain the structural integrity of fruits and vegetables, ensuring the preservation of their texture and flavor.
Why is a pickle called a pickle and not a pickled cucumber?
Its easier to say pickle than pickled cucumbers. Also when we are talking about pickles we don't specify between "bread and butter" pickles and "dill" pickles. It's just word economy. Pickling is the process of preserving food in brine. You can have pickled okra, peppers, olives, herring, cabbage, eggs, pigs feet, sausages, etc...
Can baking soda be used as a substitute for powdered alum in pickles?
No. Alum is an acid and crisping agent, baking soda is an alkaline salt.
What do slaked lime do for jam?
Lime is not used in jam. Lime used to be used in pickles to make them crisp. However, the USDA no longer recommends using lime in food processing for home preserving.
Are pickles fruit?
No, pickles are not fruit they are actually cucumbers (a vegtable) that have been soaked in vinigar and other things Pickling may well originate with the Roman practice of preserving food in sour wine, and refers to the method of preservation, not specifically to the items preserved, which might include fruit, vegetables, cheese or seafood. Indian pickles typically employ oil and salt as the preservation medium. Japanese pickles are more likely to employ brine. Most other parts of the world use vinegar as a preservative. NB: cucumbers are a fruit.Yes
