1. Extend the shelf life!
Do you want to preserve your food longer without resorting to canning or freezing? The solution is simple: dehydrate it! By removing water, dehydration slows the growth of bacteria, yeast and mold, thus extending the shelf life without the need for refrigeration, freezing or heat treatment. Properly dehydrated and stored, foods can be kept for 6 to 12 months.
2. Preserve nutrients!
Dehydration, carried out without cooking and at low temperatures, allows you to preserve a large part of the vitamins, minerals, enzymes, antioxidants and fibers present in fruits, vegetables and other foods. It is one of the preservation methods that best preserves the nutritional quality of foods over the long term.
3. Save space:
Dehydrated foods are much more compact than their fresh, water-filled versions. This means they take up much less space, making them perfect for bulk storage or for taking with you wherever you go! Since they can be rehydrated in liquids, they are a great source of nutrients to enrich your soups, stews and stir-fries.
4. No need to add preservatives:
By removing water, dehydration prevents the growth of microorganisms, making it unnecessary to add preservatives such as sugar or brine. This allows you to consume more natural foods without additives.
5. Healthy and easy-to-carry snacks:
Whether you're going hiking, running, or going to the gym, dehydrated fruits are an ideal and energetic snack. Very light and easy to carry, they provide an energy boost thanks to the concentration of calories and sugars. Perfect for maintaining your energy throughout the day!
6. Intensification of flavors:
Dehydration concentrates the flavors of foods, revealing intense and surprising aromas. Whether it's for fruits, vegetables or meats, your dehydrated preparations will have a more pronounced taste, perfect for adding a tasty touch to your recipes.
7. Less food waste:
Dehydration is an excellent way to fight against food waste. Rather than throwing away your excess fruits, vegetables, herbs or meats, dehydrate them before they deteriorate. You will be able to keep them for a long time and use them in your dishes throughout the year.
8. A touch of originality in your recipes!
Dehydration opens the door to many original recipes: vegetable leathers, dried meats, concentrated broths... Some foods can even be rehydrated, like mushrooms! Explore new textures and flavors by incorporating these dehydrated foods into your culinary creations.
Feel free to browse our recipes dedicated to dehydration to get inspired and discover all that this technique has to offer!
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