Before refrigerators, freezers, and modern preservatives, medieval kitchens had to get creative to keep food from spoiling. So how did they do it?
In this video, we explore the ingenious food preservation techniques used in the Middle Ages, from salting and smoking meats to fermenting, pickling, and drying fruits and vegetables. These methods not only extended shelf life but also added unique flavors to medieval cuisine.
Some of these techniques are still used today, proving just how effective they were. Understanding these ancient methods gives us a glimpse into the daily lives of medieval people and their resourcefulness in a world without modern technology.