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Brine

A salt solution used to preserve meat, fish and vegetables. Brine sometimes also contains saltpetre, sugar and flavourings. Brine usually contains about 18% salt. see Brine recipe

Definition

A salt solution used to preserve meat, fish and vegetables. Brine sometimes also contains saltpetre, sugar and flavourings. Brine usually contains about 18% salt. see Brine recipe

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