F-RM-52
For medium-fast acidification. Due to the short fermentation, final product may have a mild sourly flavor. Bactoferm F-RM-52 culture causes the meat's pH to drop to under 5.0 in about 4 days.
Great for products like salami or products with diameters from >1”- 3”. Fast culture targeted for fermentation temperatures 70°F-90°F. Both L. sakei and S. carnosus have optimal growth at 86°F, they will grow best around this temperature. They metabolize Dextrose and Fructose which create lactic acid (do not use Sugar). S. carnosus is a curing/flavoring bacteria that needs time to be effective. Typically this culture is for products that take around 1 month to fully complete (includes drying).
After seasonings and spices have been effectively mixed into minced meat the culture is introduced and also thoroughly mixed. For every 10 lbs. of meat: dilute ½ tsp. of culture in ½ cup distilled water (or chlorine free tap water). Let sit for 15-20 minutes for bacteria to “wake-up” then pour over mixed meat and re-mix thoroughly. Make sure meat stays cold through mixing process. Use InstaCure#1 or #1 and #2 mixed with this culture.
Storage:
When not in use keep culture sealed and frozen. Shelf life of frozen cultures is 6 months, while unfrozen cultures will last a matter of weeks.
Bactoferm LHP
For extra fast acidification. If a pronounced sourly flavor is desired, you selected this culture wisely. Bactoferm LHP culture causes the meat's pH to drop to under 5.3 in 30 hours or under 5.0 in 2 days.
Great for thin products like pepperoni or sausages ≤1” in dia.. Extra-Fast culture targeted for fermentation temperatures 90°F-105°F. P. acidilactici has optimal growth at 104°F and P. pentosaceus at 95°F, they will grow just fine under this temperature. They metabolize most common sugars and create lactic acid (use Dextrose, not Sugar). Typically this culture is for products that take around 2 weeks or less to fully complete (includes drying).
Use:
After seasonings and spices have been effectively mixed into minced meat the culture is introduced and also thoroughly mixed. For every 10 lbs. of meat: dilute ½ tsp. of culture in ½ cup distilled water (or chlorine free tap water). Let sit for 15-20 minutes for bacteria to “wake-up” then pour over mixed meat and re-mix thoroughly. Make sure meat stays cold through mixing process. Use InstaCure[emoji]8482[/emoji]#1 with this culture.
Storage:
When not in use keep culture sealed and frozen. Shelf life of frozen cultures is 6 months, while unfrozen cultures will last a matter of weeks.
T-SPX
For slow and minimal acidification. Fermentation ends when sugars are used up for lactic acid production, at which point the pH will steady (or rise) and moisture removal will be main safety hurdle (<0.91). This culture is a curing and flavor enhancing bacteria, the pH level should not drop under 5.3. This will ensure great taste and color to finished product.
For slow-fermentation and large diameter salami, or products with diameters of >3”. Slow culture targeted for fermentation temperatures 65°F-80°F. For traditional fermentation the temperature should not exceed 75°F. Typically sugar is used for these products. This culture is for products that take months to fully complete (includes drying), and can be used for slow fermented small diameter products as long as safety hurdles are overcome, i.e. Water Activity level (<0.91), curing with #2...etc).
Use:
After seasonings and spices have been effectively mixed into minced meat the culture is introduced and also thoroughly mixed. For every 10 lbs. of meat: dilute ½ tsp. of culture in ½ cup distilled water (or chlorine free tap water). Let sit for 15-20 minutes for bacteria to “wake-up” then pour over mixed meat and re-mix thoroughly. Make sure meat stays cold throughout mixing process. Use InstaCure[emoji]8482[/emoji] #2 (Nitrate) with this culture.
Mold 600
Mold growth is often a desirable quality in a dry-cured sausage. One of the most common questions about mold growth on the surface is, Is it Safe? There is no easy answer, while white/grayish mold is typically considered beneficial mold, there are simply too many strains of mold in the direct environment (house-flora). That is why it is in the best interest of the sausagemaker to inoculate the casing with the correct concentrated mold. This freeze-dried strain is laboratory-created 100% Penecillium nalgiovense, the most desirable of beneficial molds for sausages. This product creates a nicely marbled white/grayish surface mold that will prevent contamination by other outside bacteria, prevent case hardening, create a characteristic flavor, and reduce drying time, rancidity and discoloration.
Use:
After seasonings, spices and culture have been effectively mixed into minced meat and the sausages are stuffed and hanging, it is time to apply the mould. Bactoferm 600 consists of an aerobic bacteria and needs to be exposed to oxygen or it will not activate.
Steps to create cultured solution for:
• 10 Liters / 2.6 Gallons: Empty packet into 200ml (approx. 1 measuring cup) of lukewarm water (approx. 68°F) and hold for 12 Hours. Then dilute into 10 Liters of chlorine-free tap water (or distilled water). If using multiple containers, distribute contents evenly.
• 1 Liter: Remove and correctly weigh 3 grams of Mould Culture. Dissolve in 200ml (approx. 1 measuring cup) of lukewarm water (approx. 68°F) and hold for 12 Hours. Then dilute into 1 Liter of chlorine-free tap water (or distilled water).
Spray the mold or dip it into a chlorine-free-water and Bactoferm mould solution prior to placing in fermenting environment (high temp [80-110°F], high humidity [75-90%]). After 24 hours, check to see if a white/grayish mold has appeared, reapply to areas still without mould. Mould can be reapplied repeatedly during fermentation phase.
Storage:
When not in use keep culture sealed and frozen. Shelf life of frozen cultures is 6 months, while unfrozen cultures will last a matter of weeks.
Keep all the Bactoferm products sealed and in the freezer.