Question

Which of the following is not used as a preservative?

• A. Salt
• B. Sugar
• C. Vinegar
• D. Sauce

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (C)

The correct options are
A

Salt

B

Sugar

C

Vinegar

Pickling means preserving food in brine (salt solution) or marinating in vinegar(acetic acid) and in Asia, oil is used to preserve foods.

Sugar is also used with alcohol to preserve luxury foods like fruit in brandy.

Sauce is not used as a preservative as the moisture content increases the growth of bacteria