How long beforehand should I season barbecue meat?

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The distribution of salt internally in meat occurs mainly through a process called osmosis. Osmosis is the movement of water through a semipermeable membrane from an area of low solute concentration (in this case, salt) to an area of high concentration. In meat, muscles are composed mainly of water and proteins.

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What is charcuterie or charcuterie?

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Charcuterie or charcuterie, which is the original French term, is a food preparation technique that involves the processing and preservation of meat, generally through methods such as salting, curing, smoking and fermentation. The term “charcuterie” is of French origin and refers to a variety of cured and prepared meat products such as ham, salami, sausages, pâtés and other meat products.

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What is BRESAOLA?

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A Bresaola is a type of Italian cured meat known for its soft texture, delicate flavor and dark color. It is traditionally made from lean beef, usually from back cuts. The process of preparing the bresaola involves several steps, including salting, curing and maturation. Maturation generally lasts between two or three months until bresaola become rigid and turn dark red, almost purple. But the maturation process can be much longer, resulting in a product with an increasingly complex flavor.

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Can nitrite and nitrate, present in curing salt, cause cancer?

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The relationship between nitrite, nitrate and cancer has been the subject of studies and debates in the scientific and health community. Nitrite (NO2-) and nitrate (NO3-) are chemical compounds that can be found naturally in various foods, mainly vegetables. They are also included in processed products such as cured meats.

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What is CORNED BEEF?

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O corned beef It is beef that is initially treated in brine and then boiled over low heat so that it becomes very tender. The pieces of meat are usually cuts of what we commonly call diaper or flank steak. The origin of the name comes from the process of salting with coarse salt, which in English is called corn. Thus, it can be literally translated as meat with grains. It is usually canned for sale.

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