Agar - ( 100 g )
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Product name
Agar , Agar-AgarInformation
Agar, also called agar-agar, is a natural thickener of plant origin. It is obtained from seaweed - red algae.Agar has no smell or taste. It contains many valuable ingredients such as: manganese, magnesium, iron, calcium, sodium and zinc.
It is a stronger gelling substance than gelatin. On the labels you will find it under the symbol E-406.
Widely used in vegan cooking instead of gelatin.
Usage
Agar is used as a gelatin replacement in creams, jellies, mousses, preserves and other products. It dissolves at a temperature of 85-95 degrees Celsius, while it freezes at 32-35 degrees. So you don\'t have to put it in the fridge.In order to obtain the medium hardness of the gel, the ratio is: 1 flat teaspoon of agar per 1 glass of liquid. Dissolve the agar in a little cold water and add it to boiling water, boil for a few minutes.
Agar can also be used to make jam. For 1.5 kg of fruit and 500 g of sugar, add 1-1.5 teaspoons of agar. If the resulting consistency is too thick, you can also add water.
Storage
Store in a cool and dry place.