Description

Pla ra is a traditional Thai fermented fish product prepared with salt and rice bran, widely used as a condiment.

Fermentation process

  • Fish mixed with salt and rice bran
  • Packed and fermented for months
  • Liquid or paste used in cooking

Reported microbiology (examples)

  • LAB: Lactobacillus spp.
  • Halotolerant bacteria: Tetragenococcus spp.

Functional relevance

  • Development of strong umami flavor
  • Preservation of fish through fermentation and salting

References

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