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Maillard needs protein, caramelization does not
Cooking Techniques

Maillard needs protein, caramelization does not

Maillard vs caramelization: one needs protein and starts near 285F, the other needs only sugar and 320F. Where each runs, and how to get both at once.

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Salt the pork chops 40 minutes ahead, or give them a full day
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Salt the pork chops 40 minutes ahead, or give them a full day

How long to salt meat before cooking, tested on pork chops at 40 minutes, 4 hours and 24 hours: purge, seasoning depth and crust, side by side.

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