The concept of a hot raw meal is counter intuitive, how can a meal be hot and yet be considered raw. Hot raw meals are possible because of how raw food is defined. Most definitions of raw food state that food is considered raw as long as it is not heated above 115F, the reason for this that enzymes found in food, breakdown at 115F. Here are some methods to enjoy a warm raw meal.

Method #1 Use a Food Dehydrator

A dehydrator is a device that works by using heat to pull the moisture out of food. It allows you to set the temperature so as long as you keep the temperature below 115F you will be able to produce tasty warm food. You can use raw dehydrators to make warm cracker or warm cookies. There are many food dehydrator recipes out there, just google “raw dehydrator recipes”.

Method #2 Use Hot Water to warm raw food

Warm water is another method that is used to produce warm raw meals. Simply combine warm water with veggies to make raw soups. Just make sure that the water is under 115F, this especially great during the winter or a on a cold day.

Method #3 The finger rule

The lowest heat setting on your stove is another method that can be used to make a raw meal. If you can stick a finger in the food while cooking it is not too hot to disqualify it from being raw. Some people also use thermometers. This method is an excellent way to prepare chili.

The dehydrator, hot water and the stove are several great ways to expand you raw preparation repertoire. Enjoy using these methods to explore great new tastes.

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