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Does freezing fish make it dry?

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As the pressure and temperature changes, ice crystals (moisture) in the fish are vaporized rather than evaporated. This prevents moisture from becoming a liquid before it is removed. Because the moisture goes directly from a solid to a gas, freeze-drying has a minimal effect on the cellular structure of ingredients.

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