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Description
Carrageenan, which is obtained from red algae, is a natural polysaccharide that is colourless, odourless and tasteless.
Carrageenan kappa is a gelling agent of vegetable origin that gives a brittle and firm texture. It is particularly suitable for fruits that cannot be gelled, such as pineapple, kiwi and papaya, and for the production of milk-based desserts, as it enables the stabilisation of milk proteins and creams.
Its gelling power is eight times higher than that of gelatine.
Carrageenans can be combined with other gums to change the texture. They combine particularly well with locust bean gum to provide a more cohesive texture.
This gelling agent is also an alternative to gelling agents of animal origin and is suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets.
Ingredients: Carrageenan E407, potassium chloride E508, sugar
Contains: 10g
Dosage: 0.5 to 1g per kg of preparation
Use: mix with other dry ingredients. Then add to a liquid, mix and bring to boil. It hardens very quickly and gelling occurs on cooling from 40 °C. The gelling agent is heat-resistant up to 65 °C. The gel is thermoreversible as it melts at around 70 °C.
Storage: Protect from heat, light and moisture
energy | 552.96 kJ, 136.73 kcal |
fat (of which satured) | 0.11 g (0.06 g) |
carbohydrate (of which sugar) | 4.97 g (4.97 g) |
protein | 0.95 g |
salt | 2.31 g |