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How is deli meat made? The food science behind the turkey, ham and other cold cuts in your lunch

  • Deli meat is cooked, preserved, and sliced meat ready to eat in sandwiches, wraps, or salads.
  • Ham is made from the back leg of a pig and is soaked in a salty brine mixture during processing.
  • Nitrite is an important ingredient in deli meat because it prevents harmful bacteria, including those causing botulism, from growing.
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How is deli meat made? The food science behind the turkey, ham and other cold cuts in your lunch

A long bath in brine is how deli meat gets its taste, texture and shelf life.

·Boston, United States
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The Conversation broke the news in Boston, United States on Monday, August 17, 2026.
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