Description
- Weight: 500 g
- Extracted from a type of red algae (of the Gelidium and Gracilaria genera)
- AGAR is a gelling agent used in Japan since the 15th century
- It is a source of fiber and can form gels in very small proportions. It can be used to make hot gelatins
- Gelification is fast
- Presented in a refined powder
- Mix while cold and bring to a boil
- Once gelled, it can withstand temperatures of up to 80 °C (hot gelatin)
- Allow it to rest for correct gelification
- In acidic mediums, it loses part of its gelling capacity
