Agar-agar

/ˈeɪɡɑːɹˈeɪɡɑː/

/ˈeɪɡɑːɹˈeɪɡɑːɹ/

[noun]

Agar-agar

[NOUN]

a gelatinous substance derived from seaweed, commonly used as a vegetarian alternative to gelatin

synonyms : agar

What is "agar-agar"?

Agar-agar is a plant-based gelatin substitute with distinctive features. Derived from seaweed, it is available in the form of powder or flakes. Agar-agar has a neutral taste, allowing it to take on the flavors of other ingredients. When heated and dissolved in liquid, it forms a gel-like texture upon cooling, making it suitable for creating jellies, puddings, and other desserts. To make agar-agar, it is typically mixed with liquid, heated until fully dissolved, and then allowed to set. Its versatility and ability to set at room temperature without refrigeration make agar-agar a popular choice for vegetarian and vegan recipes.

Examples

1. Make lemonade jelly by dissolving agar-agar in lemon juice and sweetened water.

2. Agar-agar is found anywhere.

3. You can use agar-agar.

4. Agar-agar is a jelly-like substance made from algae.

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