{"product_id":"agar-powder-vegan-gelatin-substitute","title":"Agar Powder, Vegan Gelatin Substitute \u0026 Thickener - 2 oz","description":"\u003cp\u003eNOW Real Food® Agar Powder is a pure, naturally gelatinous powder derived from marine red algae. This versatile vegan gelatin substitute is designed for cooking, baking, and recipe thickening, making it an excellent plant-based alternative to beef gelatin in many food applications. Agar powder is commonly used to help create texture and structure in soups, jellies, ice cream, molds, desserts, sauces, and other homemade recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 2 oz bottle provides about 38 servings and offers a clean, simple ingredient profile with agar powder as the only ingredient. It is gluten free, non-GMO, kosher, sugar free, dairy free, egg free, soy free, nut free, low sodium, paleo friendly, and vegan\/vegetarian. With its neutral flavor and strong gelling properties, agar powder is a useful pantry staple for vegan cooking, allergy-conscious recipes, and anyone looking for a plant-derived thickener. Use it as directed in water and simmer until thickened, then adjust the amount based on the recipe and desired texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports vegan and vegetarian recipes as a plant-based gelatin substitute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps maintain thickness, structure, and texture in homemade foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePromotes flexible use in soups, jellies, ice cream, molds, and desserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned to support gluten-free, sugar-free, and dairy-free food routines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade with pure agar powder derived from marine red algae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNOW Real Food\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAgar powder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplement Form\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePowder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain Ingredient\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAgar Powder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCount \/ Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 oz \/ About 38 servings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnflavored\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/2 tsp (1.5g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGluten Free, Kosher, Non-GMO, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Soy Free, Nut Free, Sugar Free, Low Sodium, Paleo Friendly, Vegan \/ Vegetarian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVegan gelatin substitute, thickener, stabilizer, jellies, ice cream, soups, molds, and desserts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Audience\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVegan cooks, home bakers, recipe creators, and shoppers seeking a plant-based thickener\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatured Ingredients\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgar Powder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Agar is a naturally gelatinous powder derived from marine red algae. It is commonly used as a plant-based alternative to gelatin and helps create firmness, thickness, and structure in foods such as jellies, ice cream, soups, molds, sauces, and desserts. Its neutral taste makes it easy to use in both sweet and savory recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgar can be used as a vegan substitute for gelatin's functional properties. In a small pot, place 1\/2 teaspoon of NOW Real Food® Agar Powder into 1\/2 cup of water. Allow mixture to simmer for 5 minutes or until the mixture has thickened. For jellies, ice creams, and molds, use more as desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse anytime as part of cooking, baking, dessert preparation, or recipe development. 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