Why would a food-processing company blanch certain fruits and vegetables before packaging them in transparent jars?
2007-10-11 14:29:16 · 3 answers · asked by sdfdsf d 1 in Food & Drink ➔ Cooking & Recipes
It's to preserve their freshness and natural color.
2007-10-11 14:37:33 · answer #1 · answered by Dottie R 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The blanching kills microbes and insects as well as eggs. It effectively washes the material so it will have a longer shelf life and be better for the consumer. The process also stablizes the color and texture of the product and is a safe method of making a clean food for people to enjoy.
2007-10-11 14:39:25 · answer #2 · answered by ToolManJobber 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Most likely to kill any bacteria or bugs that were in or on the fruit and vegetables. Blanching stops fruit from ripening and gives them a longer shelf life.
2016-05-22 00:10:11 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋