Why Does Fermentation Change the Taste of Food? The Science Behind Fermented Foods
Have you ever wondered why cabbage can become tangy sauerkraut, milk can become yogurt or cheese, and soybeans can develop completely different flavors after fermentation? The original ingredient may still be recognizable, but something has changed. The flavor becomes deeper. Acidity can increase. New aromas appear. Texture can change. In some foods, fermentation creates savory…
