FOOD TECHNOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Pickling is the process of preserving edible products in an acid solution, usually vinegar, or in salt solution (brine). In the latter case, the acid that does the preservative action (lactic acid mainly) is produced by fermentation. The process of pickling is also known as brining and the resulting foods as pickles.

Detailed explanation-2: -The science of using vinegar for food preservation is simple. The acetic acid contained in the vinegar increases the acidity of the vegetables, killing off any microorganisms and effectively preserving the veggies by preventing spoilage.

Detailed explanation-3: -The vinegar’s acetic acid raises the acidity of the vegetables, killing any microbes and effectively preserving the vegetables by preventing rotting. However, there are several restrictions to vinegar pickling.