From cold chaats to freeze-dried fruits molecular gastronomy chefs use liquid nitrogen to create such dramatic treats. Instances of people ending up in a hospital after consuming liquid nitrogen have been reported from the United Kingdom too. Is liquid nitrogen safe? This means that one litre of liquid nitrogen can expand to 694 litres of nitrogen gas at 20 degree Celsius . “However, when it comes to the use of liquid nitrogen it is a gray area.

Source: Hindustan Times July 03, 2017 12:45 UTC