Fermented food can be produced with inexpensive ingredients and simple
techniques and makes a significant contribution to the human diet, especially in
rural households and village communities worldwide. Progress in the biological
and microbiological sciences involved in the manufacture of these foods has led
to commercialization and heightened interest among scientists and food
processors. Handbook of Plant-Based Fermented Food and Beverage Technology,
Second Edition is an up-to-date reference exploring the history, microorganisms,
quality assurance, and manufacture of fermented food products derived from plant
sources.
The book begins by describing fermented food flavors, manufacturing, and
biopreservation. It then supplies a detailed exploration of a range of topics,
including: