Vectochem
Sodium Alginate, Algin, Food Grade Sodium Alginate Powder, Natural Seaweed Thickener & Stabilizer - for Molecular Gastronomy, Caviar Spheres, Desserts. (3 oz)
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- Sodium Alginate is a natural polysaccharide extracted from brown seaweed (kelp). It is a food-grade, gluten‑free, and vegan thickening/gelling agent widely used in professional kitchens and home cooking.
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- Primary Culinary Use – Spherification: When Sodium Alginate is dissolved in a flavored liquid (without calcium) and then dripped into a calcium bath (e.g., calcium lactate or calcium chloride), it instantly forms a thin gel membrane around the droplet, creating “caviar” or “yolks.” Use this technique to make fruit juice pearls, mock caviar, or liquid‑centered spheres for desserts and cocktails.
- Everyday Food Applications: Beyond spherification, Sodium Alginate serves as an excellent thickener and stabilizer. Add 0.5‑2% (by weight) to: ice cream bases (prevents ice crystals), salad dressings (improves mouthfeel), jams/jellies (reduces syneresis), and plant‑based meat (binds moisture). It also works as a fat replacer in low‑calorie sauces and as a gluten‑free binder in baked goods.
- How to Use: ① Dissolve first: Slowly sprinkle the powder into cold water or another non‑acidic liquid (pH >5) while whisking vigorously to avoid lumps. Let it hydrate for 30‑60 minutes (or heat gently) to achieve a clear, viscous solution.② For spherification: Add 0.5‑1% alginate to your flavored base; for direct thickening, use 0.2‑0.5%.③ For gels: Combine with a calcium source to create firm, heat‑stable gels.
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