Cuisine Tech Citric Acid

An acidic powder used to adjust the pH of a solution or preparation of pastry and savory applications. A shelf-stable powdered additive that is positively exploding with sour flavor. Originally derived from lemon juice, the use of citric acid in cooking, baking, and canning, has been around for a long time. Todays citric acid is manufactured through a process of fermenting a strain of fungi called Aspergillus niger. The byproduct of this fermentation is the easy to produce and economical citric acid used in so many of our favorite foods. Add sourness to your recipes without any liquid, improve flavor, prevent oxidation.