ultra-heat-treated milk
nounUK /ˌʌltrə hiːt ˈtriːtɪd mɪlk/
US /ˌʌltrə hiːt ˈtriːtɪd mɪlk/
Milk that has been heated very hot for a short time so it can stay fresh longer without a fridge.
The camping trip was easier because we brought ultra-heat-treated milk that didn't need to be kept cold.
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2. Milk processed at about 135–150°C for a few seconds to kill bacteria and spores.
Ultra-heat-treated milk is sealed in sterile cartons to keep it safe for months.
3. A type of milk often used in places without reliable refrigeration.
Aid workers distributed ultra-heat-treated milk to families in the remote village.
4. Milk that can be stored at room temperature until opened.
Once you open ultra-heat-treated milk, you should put it in the fridge.