Question

why is salt or sugar added to pickles in excess?

Answer 1

heya.....

because salt act as preservative ..we keep the pickels for long time so it is required it to be in good condition for long time.. the salt preserve pickle by anaerobic fermentation which producing lactic acid. Lactic acid preserves the pickles and gives them their characteristic flavour. The salt concentration is very important in this process. This is used as a way to preserve food for out-of-season use and for long journeys...---:)

tysm....@gozmit

Answer 2

Hey buddy#

Here is ur anwer

Excess salt and sugar creates higher concentration the microbes like fungal spores and bacteria are plasmolysed and squeesed to death.

hope it helps.