Starch

To make a sauce, a soup and certain desserts, we need starch and other two essential elements. What are they? To get some clues, let's learn about gelatinisation.

Starchy plants

Plants like potatoes, yams, pumpkins and cauliflowers are fantastic source of natural starch, which serve the same purpose as refined starch.

Gelatine VS Agar

Gelatine and agar are widely used for making jelly but they are not interchangeable. Can you tell their differences?

The perfect egg substitute: Chia Seeds

If you are vegan, chia seeds will be a perfect substitute for any recipe which calls for eggs as a thickener. Remember this formula:

1 egg = 1 tbsp chia seeds soaked in 3 tbsp water