What You Need to Know
Robotic searing at 200 °C initiates the Maillard reaction, forming melanoidins that impart brown color and flavor. Sous‑vide robots maintain 60 °C to achieve pasteurization of poultry while preserving moisture. Automated fermentation lines sustain 30 °C to promote lactic acid production, lowering pH and creating yogurt.
The Science
Primary Reaction
Maillard browning, pasteurization, lactic acid fermentation, emulsification