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Clear Jel

Modified Food Starch Allergen-Free
Clear Jel

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Poaceae (corn)
  • Primary Cuisine Western
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Corn starch

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Clear Jel ?

A modified corn starch used as a superior thickener for pies and sauces, offering clarity and stability without breaking down.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Clear Jel ?

Le/La/L'Clear Jel a un goût neutral avec des arômes none.

Taste
Neutral
Texture
Silky (when cooked), Powder
Aroma
None
Acidity
Neutral

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 1 tbsp (8g)
Calories357 kcal
Total Fat0 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0 g
Total Carbohydrate89 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars0 g
Calcium1 mg
Iron0.05 mg
Potassium3 mg

Le secret du chef

For fruit pies, Clear Jel prevents weeping and maintains a clear, glossy filling, even after freezing and thawing.

Substituts & Proportions pour Clear Jel

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Clear Jel est Cornstarch, à utiliser dans un rapport de 2:1 (Clear Jel:Cornstarch). Good for thickening, but sauces may become cloudy and break down under acidity/freezing.

Substituts pour Clear Jel avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Cornstarch Meilleur 2:1 (Clear Jel:Cornstarch) Good for thickening, but sauces may become cloudy and break down under acidity/freezing.
Tapioca Starch 1:1 Provides good clarity and slight chewiness, but less tolerant to prolonged heat than Clear Jel.
Arrowroot Powder 1:1 Great for clear, glossy sauces, but breaks down with prolonged high heat and dairy.
All-Purpose Flour 3:1 (Clear Jel:Flour) Requires longer cooking to remove raw flour taste; makes sauces opaque.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Clear Jel

Purchase food-grade Clear Jel, typically found in canning or specialty baking sections.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Clear Jel ?

  • Fruit pies
  • gravies
  • sauces
  • jams
  • preserves

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Clear Jel ?

Neutral None

Quel est un bon substitut pour Clear Jel ?

Le meilleur substitut est Cornstarch (2:1 (Clear Jel:Cornstarch)). Good for thickening, but sauces may become cloudy and break down under acidity/freezing.

Comment choisir et conserver le Clear Jel ?

Purchase food-grade Clear Jel, typically found in canning or specialty baking sections.

Recettes utilisant le/la/l'Clear Jel

Pies Easy Apples 60 Minutes Or Less

Apple Pie Filling With Clear Jel

This legendary apple pie filling recipe, perfected by Penn State home cooks, is a game-changer! Say goodbye to messy prep work – this recipe makes a HUGE batch, saving you time and effort. Perfect for holiday baking or whenever you crave that warm, comforting taste of homemade apple pie. Get ready for the most delicious, perfectly thickened apple pie filling you've ever tasted!

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