Question

Explain any four food preservation methods.

Answer 1

We can preserve the food for a long time by using the following methods.

1. Pickling – Mixing fruits and vegetables with oil and salt.
   Example: Pickle
2. Refrigerating – Keeping food in the refrigerators (fridge) to preserve them for a short time.
   Example: Fruits, Vegetables
3. Drying – Removing the water content of the food.
   Example: Fish, Red chillies
4. Canning – Storing food in air-tight containers.
   Example: Jam