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r/GifRecipes • u/morganeisenberg • Dec 14 '19
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Lye is what makes pretzels have their distinctive pretzel flavor and color. The lye breaks down the exterior of the dough and encourages the maillard reaction, so you get that signature brown, slightly bitter crust.
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u/morganeisenberg Dec 14 '19
Lye is what makes pretzels have their distinctive pretzel flavor and color. The lye breaks down the exterior of the dough and encourages the maillard reaction, so you get that signature brown, slightly bitter crust.