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Why Fermented Foods Are Staples in So Many Cultures (And Still Matter Today)

Babatunde Olufemi6 months ago2 days ago05 mins

It is impossible to downplay the fermented food cultural significance. Name that culture in any corner of the world that does not have at least one fermented food that has been passed down across generations. In Korea, there’s kimchi, injera in Ethiopia, sauerkraut in Germany, Garri in Nigeria, and wines and beers from different parts…

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The Science of Fermentation: How Bacteria Make Foods Better

Babatunde Olufemi11 months ago2 days ago17 mins

A clear understanding of some basics about the science of fermentation will unravel several things about the food you eat. Some common foods that frequent our diet list keep for long or have peculiar flavors thanks to fermentation. Most traditional fermented foods are products of efforts by previous civilizations to preserve food items. Recent archeological…

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Why Fermented Foods Are Staples in So Many Cultures (And Still Matter Today)

The Science of Fermentation: How Bacteria Make Foods Better