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Curing

Similar term(s): kippering.

Definition:

In food preparation, curing refers to various preservation processes and flavoring processes, especially of meat or fish, by the addition of a combination of salt, sugar and either nitrate or nitrite. Many curing processes also involve smoking.

Source: GreenFacts

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Translation(s):

Deutsch: Pökeln
Español: Curado
Nederlands: Licht zouten en roken

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