Ever since the human race discovered that food doesn’t last forever, we have been trying to preserve it as long as we possibly can. There have been many viable methods of food preservation, including canning, pickling, and freezing. Today, we’re going to talk a little bit about vacuum sealing.
Vacuum sealing food has many benefits, so it is quite popular with those who are going on long hikes or establishing long-term pantries. While the food that has been sealed doesn’t last forever, it does last significantly longer than food which has been stored through normal means.
How does vacuum sealing work?
Food is placed into a pouch or bag, a hose or wand is hooked up to that bag and the air is removed from the container. When you’re done, the product is sealed against the elements.
How can I use vacuum sealing in my commercial kitchen?
- For restaurant kitchens, you can use vacuum packaging to better take advantage of bulk buys and once-in a-lifetime food buys. The benefit from that little bit of effort used to save the food could last quite a long while.
- You could use it for baking mixes or sugar. By removing air from the equation, you’re reducing the chances that it will clump and grow unusable. This can prolong the life of the dry mixes for months, possibly years.
- You don’t have to worry about insects or bugs contaminating the food. This is especially effective for rice and grains that make tasty treats for the bugs.
- Removing the air means that the item will take up less space in the kitchen. When space is at a premium, having a vacuum sealer on hand will give you more room to work.
By purchasing a vacuum sealer, you are opening the door to a more efficient kitchen. The sealing doesn’t eliminate the need for refrigeration or freezing, but it is excellent in giving your foods that extra layer of protection. Vacuum sealers are worth the investment for those restaurants with a lot of dry goods.
