Agar is a gelatinous substance obtained from algae. It has been used in many Asian countries like Japan and China as a vegetarian substitute for gelatin. Agar provides texture to foods and helps maintain moisture. It has various commercial and household uses.
Properties of Agar
Agar is derived from red algae species like Gracilaria and Gelidium. It consists of a complex mixture of polysaccharide sugars like agarose and agaropectin. Agar forms a gel when it ... Read more
