What is a vacuum bag good for?

The essence of a vacuum bag is that it hermetically seals off the food from the outside world, so it cannot get oxygen, which is why certain chemical processes do not start in the food. This is done by sucking out the air during vacuum packaging, thus sealing the food. As we have already mentioned, oxygen is the key: without it, bacteria cannot multiply, so the otherwise natural biological and chemical processes do not start. The food will freash much longer. 

This method can be used for all types of food. We can perform this process with raw ingredients, but also with ready-made food. Because of the process, the taste, texture, and aroma are preserved, no off-flavors are produced, the color of the food does not change, and the nutritional content does not decrease. The food does not lose moisture, which is partly why it stays fresh. The taste of the fats does not change, and the meats do not discolor either, as they retain their moisture. It's the same with vegetables: since oxidation doesn't start, they don't start to turn brown. Thanks to this, both vitamins and minerals remain, exactly in the original amount. The food remains colorful and tasty.

 The advantages of the vacuum bag: the smartest logistics

The most important thing about vacuum packaging is that it helps with logistics. You can avoid food waste and make your meals more varied. Vacuum-packed chilled or frozen food will have no aftertaste, only the original aroma will be felt.

You can extend the freshness of food with a vacuum bag.

In addition, we preserve it with a vacuum bag without using any preservatives. 

And this is true for all types of food. Beef can be stored 4 times and chicken 5 times longer in vacuum packaging as in the traditional way. The storage time of rice, coffee and pasta increases from 3-4 months to one year if vacuum packaging is used.

How to use the vacuum bag?

Various vacuum sealer are available, from the smallest to the largest machines. Different types of bags are available for these. It is important to always pay attention to hygiene regulations and vacuum sealing according to the type of raw material.

You can also use a sous vide bag if you are already at an advanced level. In this case, you prepare divine dishes with the long, slow cooking technology. This is a professional cooking process.