Our Agar Agar is a high-quality refined powder of European origin. Its gel strength exceeds 900g/cm². Agar Agar is a versatile vegetarian gelling agent and thickener, mainly used as a superior vegan alternative to gelatine. Our Agar Agar gives high-quality odourless, colourless gels even at very low concentrations. It can produce firm, brittle, transparent, neutral gels that withstand acidic pH down to 3.5. Agar Agar gels melt in the mouth for excellent flavour release. It becomes soluble at approximately 90–100°C and sets as the solution cools to approximately 40–45°C. It can be heated to 85°C without melting. Its gelling properties make it valuable for modifying the structure of hot creams and mousses. Suitable for vegans and vegetarians, non-GMO, gluten-free, non-irradiated, unbleached.

• Premium-quality, pure European grade. Gel strength above 900g/cm²
• Make heat-resistant gels and jellies that withstand 85°C
• Make strong, rigid, sliceable gels
• Use a whipping siphon to create light, heat-stable mousses, improve jam and custard texture, and thicken liquids
• Add to water-based glazes to avoid the need for refrigeration
• Suitable for vegans and vegetarians, non-GMO, gluten-free, non-irradiated, unbleached.

How to use Agar Agar: dosage ranges from 2–10g per 1kg of solution. A firm jelly/gel requires approximately 7–10g. Soak Agar Agar in the liquid solution for 5–10 minutes, then slowly bring to the boil, stirring continuously until fully dissolved. Heat the solution to approximately 100°C. It then sets as it cools to approximately 40–45°C. Gelling ability is affected by ingredient acidity or alkalinity. Acidic fruits require larger quantities. Agar Agar's pH solubility range is 4.5–9.0. If insufficient Agar Agar was used, reboil the solution and add more to reach the desired consistency.

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Storage conditions: store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Use within 6 months of opening.

Ingredients: Agar Agar (E406)

Dietary information: suitable for vegans and vegetarians, non-GMO, gluten-free, non-irradiated.

Nutritional information: based on typical contents per 100g: Energy: 698 kJ / 174 kcal, Fat: <0.1g, of which saturates: <0.1g, Carbohydrate: <0.1g, of which sugars: <0.1g, Protein: 0.4g, Salt: 1.77g, Fibre: 86.4g.

Labelling in accordance with EU and UK regulations.

Our Agar Agar is available in several sizes:

• Agar Agar 100g
• Agar Agar 250g
• Agar Agar 500g
• Agar Agar 5kg

All Special Ingredients branded products are made in the United Kingdom by Special Ingredients Ltd at a BRCGS / GFSI certified facility. BRCGS site code: 10006697.

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