🥭 Dehydration: The Classic Way to Dry Food Dehydration works by blowing warm air (around 50–70°C) over food to remove most of its water content — typically 80–90%.It’s a simple and budget-friendly method that works well for homemade dried fruits, herbs, or chips. But there’s a trade-off.Because heat is used, dehydration can reduce heat-sensitive nutrients like Vitamin C and B vitamins, and can change the food’s texture — making it a bit chewy or leathery.Shelf life? Usually under a year. 🍓 Freeze Drying: The Next-Gen Method Freeze drying works very differently....
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