Special Ingredients Sodium Alginate

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Sodium Alginate is an extract of seaweed, used by molecular chefs for the spherification process. It forms a gel in the presence of calcium ions. Sodium Alginate is a gelling agent that dilutes when cold with strong agitation. It can be used to create soft, firm, ambient and heat resistant gels and to produce foams. Sodium Alginate is also commonly used as a thickener, emulsifier and texture improver.

Suitable for vegetarians
Suitable for vegans
Gluten Free

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SKU	91139
Description	Sodium Alginate is an extract of seaweed, used by molecular chefs for the spherification process. It forms a gel in the presence of calcium ions. Sodium Alginate is a gelling agent that dilutes when cold with strong agitation. It can be used to create soft, firm, ambient and heat resistant gels and to produce foams. Sodium Alginate is also commonly used as a thickener, emulsifier and texture improver.
Brand	Clearance
Country of Origin	Great Britain
Storage Instructions	Store in dry, cool conditions and not in direct sunlight. Use within 6 months of opening.
Directions for use	Typical dosage is 0.2 - 1%. Add the powder gradually to liquid solution. Blend or stir until completely dissolved. Soluble in hot and cold liquids. Insoluble in oils. For spherification use 0.5 - 1% of sodium alginate by weight of liquid. To disperse, either add whilst vigorously stirring the liquid, or mix with another dry ingredient (such as sugar) before adding to the liquid. Because the powder starts gelling in the presence of calcium, do not try to use it in a high calcium liquid, e.g., milk.
About Producer	Special Ingredients are suppliers of the finest quality food ingredients and flavourings to the trade throughout United Kingdom, Europe and Worldwide. Due to the range and quality of their products they have built a customer base which includes some of the worlds leading Chefs, Restaurants, Manufacturers And Foodies. Offering the most innovative and latest products in modernist cuisine for the best price. Using the power of nature and science to develop new and exciting concepts.
Dietary & Lifestyle	Suitable for vegetarians, Suitable for vegans, Gluten Free
Energy (Kcal)	201.6000
Energy (KJ)	825.6000
Fat	0.0000
of which saturates	0.0000
Protein	0.0000
Salt	0.0000
Ingredients	Sodium Alginate (E401)
Size	500g
Pack Size	1
Product Characteristics	Suitable for vegetarians, Suitable for vegans, Gluten Free
Brands	Special Ingredients