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salting

 

[ หˆsษ”หltษชล‹ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

food preservation

Salting is a process of preserving food by applying salt. This method is one of the oldest forms of food preservation and can be used for various food items, including meats, fish, and vegetables. The salt draws moisture out of the food and helps to inhibit the growth of bacteria, thereby extending its shelf life. In addition to preservation, salting can enhance flavors in dishes, making it a fundamental technique in culinary practices.

Synonyms

brining, curing, preserving

Examples of usage

  • Salting meat prevents spoilage.
  • The chef prefers salting the fish overnight.
  • Salting is essential in making pickled vegetables.
Context #2 | Verb

applying salt

To salt something means to apply salt to it, usually to enhance flavor or preserve it. This technique is widely used in cooking and food preparation. Salting can be done in several ways, such as dry salting, where salt is rubbed directly onto the food, or brining, where the food is soaked in a saltwater solution. Proper salting requires knowledge of the type of food and the desired outcome, as different ingredients may require different amounts of salt.

Synonyms

brining, flavoring, seasoning

Examples of usage

  • Don't forget to salt the pasta water.
  • She is salting the steak before grilling.
  • He salted the vegetables for the soup.

Translations

Translations of the word "salting" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น salting

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคฎเค• เคฒเค—เคพเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Salzen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penyimpanan garam

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะพะปั–ะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ solenie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅกฉๆผฌใ‘

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท salage

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ salado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tuzlama

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์†Œ๊ธˆ์— ์ ˆ์ด๊ธฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชู…ู„ูŠุญ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ solenรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ solenie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่…Œๅˆถ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ soljenje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ salting

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚าฑะทะดะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ แƒ˜แƒœแƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ duzlama

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ salazรณn

Etymology

The term 'salting' has its origins in the Old English word 'sealt', which means 'salt'. The use of salt dates back to ancient civilizations, where it was highly valued not only for its ability to preserve food but also for its flavor-enhancing properties. Salt played a crucial role in trade and economics, leading to the establishment of various salt routes. Throughout history, different methods of salting food have evolved, including dry salting, wet salting, and the curing process, which often combines salt with sugar and spices. In addition to culinary applications, salt has been used in agriculture, medicine, and even rituals. The significance of salting in food preservation has persisted over the centuries, maintaining its relevance in both traditional and modern cooking practices.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,277, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.