piimhappekääritamine
Piimhappekääritamine is a biological process where lactic acid bacteria convert carbohydrates, primarily lactose (milk sugar), into lactic acid. This process is fundamental in the production of many fermented dairy products. The bacteria achieve this through glycolysis, a metabolic pathway that breaks down glucose into pyruvate, which is then converted to lactic acid. Different species of lactic acid bacteria, such as Lactobacillus and Streptococcus, play crucial roles depending on the desired end product.
The acidification caused by the production of lactic acid is key to the preservation and characteristic flavor
Piimhappekääritamine is widely used globally in the food industry. Beyond dairy, it is also employed in the