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Ever wondered what causes the food you eat is thick? or soft? an ingredient called a thickening agent contributes to this, which affects the flow behavior (viscosity), mechanical solid property (texture), and mouthfeel. A thickening agent can either be polysaccharides (starches, vegetable gums, and pectin), or proteins. We find it in food from ice cream, flour, sauces, soups, gravies, salad dressings, and toppings.
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