Meat emulsion

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The meat emulsion consists of the connection (stable suspension) of water and fat with the meat protein. Normally, water and fat are unable to form bonds, and to make this bond possible, an emulsifying agent must be used. Meat protein serves as the “emulsifying agent”, or structure that makes it possible to stabilize these 3 components into a smooth, uniform mass. Myosin, the most abundant protein in meat, is the main encapsulator of fat and water particles. Continue reading Emulsão cárnea

How to make artisanal salami at home

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Making salami at home may seem like a very difficult challenge at first, but with good reading and following the basic procedures you will realize that it is easier than it seems. There is no point in finding a recipe, because in the production of cured meats, such as salami, it is more important to understand how each process works than a specific recipe. It is more advantageous to create your own basic recipe following the principles of the process than to take a ready-made recipe and apply it without understanding what is happening.

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Handmade Bologna Mortadella 2

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This is the second Handmade Bologna Mortadella what do I do in first try I had some problems that resulted in a product with a not very good emulsion, with a brittle and not very smooth texture. Despite the frustration of obtaining a product well below expectations, there were lessons. I recommend you watch the first attempt so you don't make the same mistakes. In addition to reading the introduction in which I quickly describe some of the bologna bologna of controlled origin and national products. Continue reading Mortadela Bologna Artesanal 2

homemade ham sausage with jalapeño pepper

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This recipe for homemade ham sausage with jalapeño pepper is very tasty. The jalapeño pepper is usually quite tasty and not very hot, so it is well accepted by all palates. Commercial sausages generally have between 20% and 30% of their total weight in fat, so this is a very lean recipe. If you prefer “wetter” sausages, add more fat. Continue reading linguiça caseira de pernil com pimenta jalapenho

Recipe for homemade ham sausage with cheese

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Making sausage at home is very easy, you just need the minimum ingredients and equipment. More than a unique flavor, it's a way to make sure you're only including quality ingredients. All functional additives are optional, so it is possible to make a great and healthy sausage without any chemical additives or excess fat. Continue reading Receita de Linguiça de pernil com queijo caseira