Freeze-Dried Foods
Lyophilization, or freeze-drying, is a cutting-edge method of food preservation that locks in flavor, aroma, and valuable nutrients without the need for artificial preservatives. The process involves deep-freezing the food and then drying it under a vacuum, where the water content is removed through sublimation – the direct transition of ice into vapor without passing through a liquid phase. The result is a product with minimal moisture (1-5%), which retains its natural shape, color, and taste, while boasting a long shelf life.
At Zach’s Pesto & Chilli, we use the state-of-the-art AMARU freeze-dryer to preserve the best nature has to offer, like mushrooms from Czech forests and chillies from our greenhouses. Freeze-dried foods are lightweight, compact, and easy to rehydrate, making them the perfect choice for adventurers and food lovers alike. Explore our subcategories to discover freeze-dried chillies, mushrooms, fruits, cheeses, and soups – each piece captures the pure, authentic taste of nature that you’ll fall in love with.
What happens when extremely hot freeze-dried chilli meets smooth, creamy milk chocolate? You get an irresistible combination of intense heat and sweet temptation! Our Trinidad Scorpion Moruga peppers, lovingly grown in our own...
This freeze-dried mix of wild mushrooms is perfect for every mushroom lover and gourmet chef. We’ve carefully selected the best varieties for making rich, flavorful soups, sliced them into perfect pieces, and freeze-dried them...
This freeze-dried pea soup with plant-based sausage is the perfect comfort food for any adventure. Just add hot water, and you’ll have a hearty, homemade-style soup, whether you’re in the mountains, on the water, in the snow,...
This freeze-dried lentil soup with plant-based sausage is one of our special experiments. We wanted to create a full-bodied, comforting soup for those truly tough moments – the kind you can just add hot water to and feel like...
How Does It Work? The Alchemy of Lyophilization in Action
Lyophilization, or freeze-drying, isn’t just some boring science from a textbook. At Zach’s Pesto & Chilli, it’s more like a little miracle happening in our “magic machines” – freeze-dryers. Imagine it as a frozen laboratory where ordinary foods transform into superfoods with extraordinary powers.
First, the food is chilled to a temperature so low that you wouldn’t stick your nose out from under a blanket – sometimes as low as -40°C. Then, a powerful vacuum is applied, allowing the water in the food to evaporate directly from ice to vapor without ever becoming liquid. This is called sublimation, but we like to call it “the magic of no extra water.” The result? Foods that are as light as a feather but still retain their original taste, color, and aroma – as if they were just freshly picked.
Why Choose Freeze-Dried Foods? Because They’re Simply Awesome!
Freeze-dried foods come with a ton of benefits. They’re light, compact, last for years, and taste just like fresh. And the best part? They don’t need any preservatives, artificial additives, or chemicals to stay perfect. Just keep them properly sealed to prevent moisture, and you’re all set. Ideal for adventurers, gourmets, or anyone who just wants to have something extraordinary at hand.
So don’t wait – explore our freeze-dried treasures, from crispy chillies and fragrant mushrooms to sweet, juicy fruits. You’ll see that freeze-drying isn’t just a modern trend – it’s a way to enjoy nature in its purest form. 🌱💥
