Metilgel is a gelling agent made from methylcellulose, a plant-derived ingredient that has the unique property of gelling when heated and liquefying when cooled.
It is used in modern cooking to create various textures, such as warm foams and gels, and to act as a thickener in cold applications.
The process involves hydrating the powder in a cold liquid, letting it rest until it reaches a low temperature (around 4C or 40F), and then heating it to activate the gelling process.
Metilgel is a gelling agent made from methylcellulose, a plant-derived ingredient that has the unique property of gelling when heated and liquefying when cooled.
It is used in modern cooking to create various textures, such as warm foams and gels, and to act as a thickener in cold applications.
The process involves hydrating the powder in a cold liquid, letting it rest until it reaches a low temperature (around 4C or 40F), and then heating it to activate the gelling process.