What You Need to Know
Sous‑vide cooking at 50–60 °C denatures collagen, releasing gelatin while maintaining moisture. High‑pressure processing at 600 MPa inactivates neurotoxins by disrupting protein tertiary structure without significant flavor loss. Acidic marinades at pH 4.5 inhibit proteases, preventing enzymatic breakdown during subsequent heating.
The Science
Primary Reaction
Protein denaturation and enzymatic inactivation