Élelmiszerkonzerválás
Élelmiszerkonzerválás refers to the various methods used to prevent food spoilage and extend its shelf life. The primary goal of food preservation is to slow down or stop the growth of microorganisms like bacteria, yeasts, and molds, as well as to inhibit enzymatic or chemical changes that lead to food degradation.
Several techniques are employed for food preservation. Refrigeration and freezing slow down microbial growth by lowering
Other common methods include salting and sugaring, which draw water out of food through osmosis, and pickling,