Ultra-Tex is used in the culinary world for thickening liquids like a traditional cooking starch, but it doesn't need to be cooked. It is flavorless and doesn't have a starchy mouthfeel; the end result is a very smooth and creamy, glossy texture. Ultra-Tex is very similar in use to ...
Locust bean gum (LBG), is also known as Carob Bean Flour and is made from the seeds of the Carob Tree. This tree is very common in Mediterranean countries, and LBG has been used as a thickener in cooking for thousands of years. Locust bean gum, made from the seeds of the Carob Tree...
Xanthan gum, or just xanthan, is a very versatile ingredient and has many uses both in modernist and traditional cooking. It is also very easy to use and work with. Xanthan gum is great for thickening liquids, especially in small amounts, to turn them into flavorful sauces. It also can ...
The article presents information on the use of powder injection molding as an induction technique for blending of powders into liquids. Many powders including fumed silica and gums thickeners float persistently on top of a liquid batch and are difficult to wet out. Powder induction systems ...
UseLesswhen simmering or thickening sauces and other liquids. UseNormalfor sautéing vegetables. UseMoreto brown or sear meat. Do you sauté with the lid on? You should never put the Instant Pot lid on when using sauté. If you have a glass lid with a venting hole for your Instant Pot ...
Emulsifying agents are substances that are added to liquid ingredients in order to stabilize the mixture. For example, when oil and water are combined, they will eventually separate into two layers if left to their own devices. An emulsifying agent has s
The heat will activate the cornstarch, which acts as a thickener, and the sauce will start to darken and bubble. That’s when you know your stir-fry is about done. Toss everything together until every piece is coated with the now-thick sauce, and you’ve got your stir-fry! Cooking ...
Lactic acidhelps to adjust the pH level and acts as a thickener. You can also make the body wash with a citric solution (see the notes in the DIY box below). Apreservativeis a must in this water-based body wash to avoid mold, yeast, and bacteria. I usedPreservative Eco(Geogard ECT...
To remove Play-Doh from carpet, start by vacuuming up as much as possible to eliminate loose pieces. For remaining Play-Doh, apply a damp cloth with hot water over the spot, let it sit to soften for about an hour, then use a stiff brush to scrub away the residue. An unconventional ...
The most popular use for the dough, besides eating, is extruding. Many Play-Doh toys let you press the dough through a mold to create long ropes and other shapes. The first of these toys -- the Fun Factory -- hit the market in 1960, and versions of it are still available today. In...