Lácteos

Powdered gelatin

Powdered gelatin
Popularity 38 recipes

Used in multiple popular recipes

Ingredient Information

Name

Powdered gelatin

Category

Lácteos

Popularity

38 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Powdered gelatin is a versatile and widely used ingredient in cooking for making desserts, mousses, gelatin desserts, and various preparations that require a firm, gelatinous texture. It is a protein derived from collagen, extracted primarily from the skin and bones of animals, such as pigs and cows, which, when dissolved in hot liquid and then cooled, forms a solid and flexible foam.

Origin: Gelatin is of animal origin and has been used in gastronomy since ancient times, although the modern powdered form is a processed presentation that facilitates its use and dosing. Today, it is a global ingredient present in many cuisines around the world, especially in pastry and molecular gastronomy.

Properties: Powdered gelatin is known for its ability to provide structure and texture to foods without adding flavor or color. Furthermore, it is low in calories and contains no fats or carbohydrates, making it a popular choice for light desserts. Due to its protein origin, it also provides certain essential amino acids, albeit in small amounts.

Synonyms in Latin American Spanish: It is commonly found under names such as gelatina en polvo, polvo de gelatina, or simply gelatina. In some countries, it is also called colapez (mainly in Mexico) or gelatina sin sabor when referring to neutral gelatin, which is the most commonly used type for recipes.

Nutritional Properties

0g
fiber
0g
fat
230mg
sodium
0mcg
folate
10mg
potassium
335
calories
0mcg
lycopene
85g
protein
0mg
vitamin c
0g
carbohydrates

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