{"product_id":"metilgel-sosa-300g","title":"Metilgel, Sosa, 300g","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"19\" data-end=\"475\"\u003eMetilgel is powdered methylcellulose, a plant-based cellulose derivative that gels when heated and acts as a thickener, emulsifier and gelling agent in modern culinary applications. Its main characteristic is its ability to gel under heat, offering a unique behaviour compared to traditional gelling agents. For proper hydration, it should be mixed at room temperature using an electric mixer and then left to rest in cold conditions until reaching 3–4 °C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"950\"\u003eAt this stage, the preparation appears as a translucent liquid which transforms into a firm gel when heated above approximately 60 °C. As the gel cools, it gradually loses firmness. Without heat application, the product acts only as a thickener. Metilgel is widely used as a binding agent in applications such as croquettes, allowing egg-free batters with high frying resistance. Its versatility also makes it ideal for hot foams, false meringues, terrines and hot jellies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003eMetilgel is ideal for preparations where temperature control is essential, such as hot jellies, terrines and stable hot foams. It is also particularly suitable for technical batters and fried preparations, where it acts as a vegetable binder, creating resistant and uniform coatings that do not break during frying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003eHydrate in cold water, allow the mixture to rest until it reaches 4 °C, then apply heat. Recommended applications include aerating effect: 15 g\/L (hot or cold), thickening effect: 20 g\/L (cold), gelling effect: 20 g\/L (hot above 60 °C), and binding effect: 30 g\/L (hot above 60 °C).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSosa Ref: 41395\u003cbr data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003eFunction: Jellifies, thickens, stabilises, aerates\u003cbr data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1662\"\u003eFormat: Fine white powder\u003cbr data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1690\"\u003eDosage: 20 g\/L\u003cbr data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1707\"\u003eProperties: Thermoreversible, water-based medium, hot and cold activation temperature, freezable\u003cbr data-start=\"1803\" data-end=\"1806\"\u003eAllergens: None declared\u003cbr data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"1833\"\u003eDietary: Vegan, gluten free\u003cbr data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003eIngredients: Methylcellulose\u003cbr data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"1894\"\u003eStorage: Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from humidity and light\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Valrhona","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53278562386258,"sku":"100.015.020","price":38.31,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7447\/2274\/files\/100.015.020_f6a9619c-0d73-43fb-9503-e3e44d876d0b.png?v=1779964625","url":"https:\/\/www.redmondfinefoods.ie\/products\/metilgel-sosa-300g","provider":"Redmond Fine Foods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}