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Smoked meat is the result of a method of preparing red meat, white meat, and seafood which originated in the Paleolithic Era. [1] Smoking adds flavor , improves the appearance of meat through the Maillard reaction , and when combined with curing it preserves the meat. [ 2 ]
Smoking helps seal the outer layer of the food being cured, making it more difficult for bacteria to enter. It can be done in combination with other curing methods such as salting. Common smoking styles include hot smoking, smoke roasting (pit barbecuing) and cold smoking. Smoke roasting and hot smoking cook the meat while cold smoking does not.
The spoilage of meat occurs, if the meat is untreated, in a matter of hours or days and results in the meat becoming unappetizing, poisonous, or infectious. Spoilage is caused by the practically unavoidable infection and subsequent decomposition of meat by bacteria and fungi, which are borne by the animal itself, by the people handling the meat, and by their implements.
With reports showing that red meat and processed meats are not good for your health, it's time to start choosing the white meat or vegetarian option. Why cutting back on red meat is good for you ...
[3] [1] [4] [5] Smoking ground meat is prone to overcooking, as smoking is intended for long, slow cooks "far beyond well-done", according to Texas Monthly. [6] Nevertheless a hamburger is "one of the fastest and easiest things to cook on a smoker", making it a good choice for beginners, according to chef Robbie Shoults, speaking to Tasting Table .
The smoking of food likely dates back to the paleolithic era. [7] [8] As simple dwellings lacked chimneys, these structures would probably have become very smoky.It is supposed that early humans would hang meat up to dry and out of the way of pests, thus accidentally becoming aware that meat that was stored in smoky areas acquired a different flavor, and was better preserved than meat that ...
Additionally, if you notice any changes to the meat’s smell or appearance (such as discoloration, a slimy film, or mold), do not consume the meat, says Simon. This article contains affiliate links.
Reducing meat consumption, without fully going vegan, is seen as a compromise, a slightly shameful cop-out. Many vegetarians harbor a lingering sense of guilt for not being vegan. The reducetarian ...