Freeze-dried products make up the majority of ingredients used for Gourmet
Reserves. For instant or quick rehydration of certain dried foods and for products
which retain their shape and texture, freeze-drying is the preferred method.
The first step in freeze-drying is to rapidly freeze the food. The water content,
now frozen, is turned directly into a gas and withdrawn from the food during
the next steps, vacuum and heat, thus avoiding the shrinkage. Freeze-drying
uses a very low heat temperature. Many of Gourmet Reserves products are custom
freeze-dried to suit our strict quality requirements. Freeze-dried products
include: grains, beans, fruits, meats, seafood, pastas, vegetables, and eggs.
Using this process, 98% of the moisture is removed.
Key advantages of freeze-dried products:
Retains the original taste and nutritional value of the food due to very
low heat temperature that is used
Foods are quick and easy to prepare
No waste
Ideal method for maintaining flavors of meat, poultry and fish
Extends the shelf life of the product
No preservatives are necessary
Results in a super-lightweight /compact product
A wide variety of foods are available
Use hot or cold water to rehydrate
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