Curing salt is an additive used in the production of cured foods. Its main function is preservation by inhibiting contamination by bacteria and fungi. One of the main reasons for its use is to suppress the proliferation of the bacteria clostridium botulinum, which contaminates food with botulinum toxin. Continue reading Sal de cura o que é e quanto usar
International codes adopted by Brazilian legislation Continue reading Tabela INS de aditivos alimentares
North American consumers want foods without additives, including meat, because they understand that meats free of hormones and antibiotics, industrialized products free of chemical additives and crops without the use of genetically modified seeds are “healthier” and “tastier”, that is which points out a report from Technomic Inc. Continue reading Consumidor quer alimentos naturais
Be careful when changing the proportions as the skin and fat from the drumstick will add moisture and flavor to the sausage. If you add too much chicken breast, the sausage will be dry, with little flavor and brittle when eaten. In terms of sausage, it is a light recipe because for this suggested proportion it is unnecessary to add more fat. But, if you prefer, add 10% of the weight of the meat in pork subcutaneous fat, chopped into 1 cm cubes. Continue reading Receita de linguiça de frango
All meat, especially when there is inaccuracy regarding origin and handling, can be contaminated with pathogenic microorganisms. Therefore, it is essential to follow some guidelines when cooking meat safely. Continue reading Temperatura e tempo para cocção segura de carnes
There are 4 most common types of casings:
Ingredients
35% chuck/needle – 360 grams
35% of pork – 360 grams
30% pork belly fat (fat without the skin) – 280 grams
It is possible to change the percentages to obtain a product with less fat. But the ideal is to maintain at least 10% of fat. Continue reading Receita de Salame
A produção do queijo é um método de preservação do leite, portanto merece nossa citação, afinal é uma deliciosa arte que oriunda, assim como a charcutaria, da necessidade de preservação dos alimentos durante a evolução e expansão da civilização. Continue reading Queijo Minas Frescal
Cacciatore It means hunter in Italian and originated from the consumption of this salami during hunting, as it was easy to transport and did not spoil. It is usually 15 to 18 centimeters long and is cured with spices, wine and herbs. It's great to accompany a good cheese and Italian bread. Continue reading Receita de salame italiano cacciatore
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