Coloring/Flavoring Agent | Pescatarian

Squid Ink

Cephalopod Ink Allergens: Shellfish
Squid Ink

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A (Animal product)
  • Primary Cuisine Mediterranean, East Asian
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Squid

O Que É Squid Ink?

A dark, viscous liquid ejected by squids and other cephalopods, used culinarily for its intense color, subtle briny flavor, and umami notes.

Qual o Sabor de Squid Ink?

Squid Ink tem um sabor briny, umami, salty, slightly metallic com aromas de ocean, salty, mineral.

Taste
Briny, Umami, Salty, Slightly metallic
Texture
Viscous liquid, Smooth
Aroma
Ocean, Salty, Mineral
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Informação Nutricional

Per 1 tsp (5ml)
Calories80 kcal
Total Fat0.5 g
Saturated Fat0.1 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol10 mg
Protein10 g
Total Carbohydrate8 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars0 g
Calcium20 mg
Iron1 mg
Potassium50 mg

Segredo do Chef

When incorporating squid ink into doughs or sauces, dilute it with a small amount of liquid first to ensure even distribution and prevent clumps.

Substitutos e Proporções de Squid Ink

O melhor substituto para Squid Ink é Activated Charcoal (food grade), usado na proporção de 1:1 (for color only). Achieves intense black color but no flavor, use for aesthetics only. Can interfere with medication.

Substitutos para Squid Ink com proporções
Substituto Proporção Melhor para
Activated Charcoal (food grade) Melhor 1:1 (for color only) Achieves intense black color but no flavor, use for aesthetics only. Can interfere with medication.
Black Food Coloring (gel or liquid) As needed for color Purely for color, zero flavor contribution.
Balsamic Glaze + A hint of fish sauce As needed Provides dark color, acidity, and some umami depth, but not the true briny flavor.

Como Escolher e Armazenar Squid Ink

  1. Typically sold in small jars or sachets.
  2. Ensure it's food-grade and sustainably sourced.

O Que Combina Bem Com Squid Ink?

  • Pasta
  • Risotto
  • Seafood
  • Sauces
  • Bread
  • Rice.

Perguntas frequentes

Qual o sabor de Squid Ink?

Briny, Umami, Salty, Slightly metallic Ocean, Salty, Mineral

Qual é um bom substituto para Squid Ink?

O melhor substituto é Activated Charcoal (food grade) (1:1 (for color only)). Achieves intense black color but no flavor, use for aesthetics only. Can interfere with medication.

Como escolher e armazenar Squid Ink?

Typically sold in small jars or sachets. Ensure it's food-grade and sustainably sourced.

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