which-additive-would-you-recommend-to-a-jam-manufacturer-to-improve-gel-strength

Question

Which additive would you recommend to a jam manufacturer to improve gel strength and stability of fruit preserves?

Accepted Answer

Pectin — a gelling agent used to set jams and jellies and stabilize texture

Answer

MSG — a flavor enhancer that increases sweetness and gelling properties of pectin-based systems

Answer

Peroxide — a bleaching agent that would ruin fruit color if applied to jam

Answer

BHA — an antioxidant used to prevent lipid oxidation but not for gelling