Salt, Smoke, and Survival: How Ancient People Preserved Their Food Without Fridges

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What did humans do before the fridge?
Before tin cans, vacuum seals, and preservatives?
They turned to salt, smoke, sun, and fermentation — and built a culinary science of survival.

In this episode of Rediscovering Human Meals, we journey across time and continents to explore the ancient methods humans used to preserve food. From salt-packed fish in Viking longhouses to smoky venison in North America, from bubbling fermentation jars in East Asia to sun-dried kocho in Ethiopia — these techniques didn’t just prevent spoilage… they shaped the very flavors of civilization.

🔥 Learn the forgotten art of preservation.
🌍 Experience ancient wisdom from around the world.
🍖 Taste survival, one ancient meal at a time.

🎬 Part of the Ancient Appetite series: Rediscovering Human Meals

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