Andean Region Of South America

Acid denaturation is the process by which proteins lose their tertiary structure due to exposure to acidic conditions, altering texture and flavor.

Inca quinoa cooking involves soaking and rinsing quinoa to remove saponins, then cooking it in a flavorful broth.

Dehydrated food rehydration involves the reconstitution of dehydrated foods through the addition of water.

Low temperature dehydration process

The Inca Empire's method of preserving food by freezing and reducing surrounding pressure to allow frozen water to sublimate directly into water vapor.

Unrefined cane syrup preserving molasses minerals and polyphenols.