Description
Softening of food using a liquid
Technical
Maceration is the process of preparing foods by softening, breaking down into pieces, or extracting its flavors, typically using a liquid.
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
fruityfloralherbalcitrusywine-like
Wine Analogy
Similar to extended skin contact in winemaking
Coffee Analogy
Comparable to cold brew extraction process
Perfume Analogy
Resembles enfleurage fragrance extraction
Culinary Applications
PemmicanNative AmericanSoftening dried meat with fat
Fruit compoteFrenchExtracting juices and softening fruit
TsukemonoJapaneseQuick-pickling vegetables
Dietary
VeganVegetarianGluten-FreeHalalKosherPossible alcohol content in some preparations