SaporePuro Methylcellulose is a white or slightly creamy, fibrous or granular powder, widely used in the food industry thanks to its properties as a thickener, stabilizer and consistency agent.
There methylcellulose It is ideal for:
Thicken and stabilize : widely used as a thickener and stabilizer in sauces, soups and dressings to improve consistency and prevent separation of ingredients.
Creating special consistencies : in advanced culinary settings, such as molecular cuisine, it is used to create gelatinous consistencies when hot which return to liquid when cold.
Gluten-free products : acts as a gluten substitute, improving structure, especially in gluten-free breads and baked goods.
Filming and emulsifying agent : used to coat and retain moisture in foods, useful for crunchy snacks and products requiring good stability.
Pharmaceutical products : in the production of tablets and capsules, it serves as an excipient to provide structure, improve disintegration and increase the solubility of the active ingredients.
Personal care products : used in hair gels, lotions and toothpastes, where it provides viscosity and stability of formulations.
This food additive is produced under the highest quality standards (GMP), in compliance with FCC, JECFA and Regulation (EU) No. 231/2012 (E461).
Technical Features:
- I wait: White or slightly creamy powder
- Code : E461
- Solubility: Soluble in water
- pH (1% solution): 5.0 - 8.0
- Loss on drying: ≤ 5.0%
- Sulphated ash: ≤ 1.5%
- Microbiology: Maximum limit of 1.000 CFU/g for total aerobic load and 100 CFU/g for yeasts and molds
- Heavy metals: Safety limits for arsenic (≤ 3 mg/kg), lead (≤ 2 mg/kg), mercury (≤ 1 mg/kg) and cadmium (≤ 1 mg/kg) were respected.
Uses and Applications in the Kitchen:
Thanks to its versatility, SaporePuro Methylcellulose finds application in various types of food preparations, including:
- Baked Goods: It makes the products softer and improves moisture retention.
- Flours and Fillings: Provides consistency and helps maintain shape.
- Fried Foods: Improves texture and reduces oil absorption.
- Drinks: Used as a suspending agent for ingredients and thickener.
- Butter and Spreadable Creams Foods: It gives stability and consistency.
Recipe: Vegetarian Chicken Nuggets with Methylcellulose
Ingredients:
- 200g tofu (well drained)
- 100 g chopped mushrooms
- 1 teaspoon of PureFlavour Methylcellulose
- 100 ml of cold water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Spices to taste (e.g. garlic powder, pepper, paprika)
- Breadcrumbs for breading
Preparation:
- In a bowl, mix the methylcellulose with the cold water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes a gelatinous mixture.
- Blend the tofu and mushrooms until smooth, then add the methylcellulose mixture and mix well.
- Add salt and spices to taste, mixing thoroughly.
- Form balls or sticks and roll them in breadcrumbs for even coating.
- Fry the nuggets in hot oil until golden and crispy. Serve hot.
Conservation:
It is recommended to store the product in well-closed containers, away from humidity, to ensure its stability and properties until the expiry date, keeping it away from light and at room temperature.