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A quick guide to gelatin powder
When you mention gelatin powder, most people think of jelly. Yes, it’s the ingredient that creates that signature wobble, but there’s so much more to gelatin than humble jelly. It’s actually a highly versatile ingredient that’s great in cooking and may offer some health benefits.
Healthylife offers a range of gelatin powders, including plant-based alternatives suitable for vegans and vegetarians. Take advantage of the benefits of gelatin and level up your cooking at the same time with quality choices from Healthylife.
What is gelatin?
Gelatin is a natural protein derived from collagen that has been used in cooking for centuries. Modern gelatin is a versatile ingredient that dissolves in liquids to create a gel-like texture that’s ideal as a stabilising or thickening agent. One of the key reasons why gelatin powder is so versatile is its neutral flavour. This means it can be used in cooking and baking sweet and savoury recipes without altering the taste.
What is gelatin powder made of?
Gelatin powder is made from the skin, bones, tendons and ligaments of animals, most commonly cows, pigs and fish. The animal parts undergo a process of hydrolysis, which involves boiling them to break the collagen down into gelatin. The gelatin is then dried and ground into a fine powder.
While gelatin powder is predominantly derived from animal products, vegan alternatives exist. Agar agar has similar properties to gelatin but is derived from red algae, making it a plant-based alternative to beef gelatin powder and other animal gelatin powder.
What are the benefits of gelatin powder?
Gelatin powder may offer a variety of benefits, particularly for joint, skin and tissue health. This is thanks to abundant amino acids like glycine and proline in gelatin. These amino acids are known for their role in collagen production, supporting joint function and promoting skin elasticity.
It’s important to note that these benefits don’t extend to gelatin alternatives such as agar agar.
What are the uses of gelatin powder?
Gelatin powder is a versatile product with a wide range of uses. Thanks to its gel-like texture and thickening and stabilising properties, it’s often added to jellies, gummies, marshmallows and desserts like panna cotta. It can also be added to soups, sauces and broths to improve their texture. Powdered gelatin is also a popular choice for cooking because it is often flavourless, so it doesn’t impact the taste of dishes.
Need help navigating gelatin powder options? Talk to a naturopath to learn more about our range.