Agar Agar Powder

Agar Agar Powder is a premium natural gelling agent derived from red seaweed, widely used as a vegan alternative to gelatine. Highly versatile and completely plant-based, it offers powerful gelling, thickening, and stabilising properties suitable for cooking, baking, desserts, confectionery, and molecular gastronomy. Pure, odourless, flavourless, and ideal for both home and professional kitchens.

Key Features

1. 100% Natural, Plant-Based Vegan Gelatine Alternative

2. High Gelling Strength for Firm Set Desserts & Recipes

3. Odourless, Flavourless, Easy to Dissolve

4. Ideal for Cooking, Baking, Confectionery & Food Science

5. Pure Agar – No Fillers, Additives, or Preservatives

Uses

1. Jelly desserts

2. Cheesecakes & panna cotta

3. Molecular gastronomy

4. Thickening sauces & soups

5. Vegan confectionery

📋 Product Details

• Weight: 100g, 200g, 400g (multipacks in 100g bags)

• Grade: Food Grade / Vegan / 100% Natural

• Form: Fine Powder

📈 Other Names

• Agar

• Agar Agar Flakes Powder

• Vegan Gelatine Powder

• Seaweed Gel Powder

• Natural Gelling Agent

Keyword-rich alternatives: vegan gelatine substitute, pure agar powder, strong gelling agent natural, plant-based gelatine alternative, agar vegan cooking powder.

Step-by-Step Instructions for 5 Main Uses

1. Vegan Jelly Dessert

1. Add 2g agar agar powder per 250ml liquid.

2. Mix powder into cold liquid and whisk.

3. Bring to a boil and simmer for 2 minutes.

4. Pour into mould.

5. Allow to cool and set for 30–60 minutes.

2. Vegan Cheesecake

1. Add 4g agar to 300ml plant milk.

2. Bring to boil, simmer 2 minutes.

3. Mix with blended cheesecake filling.

4. Pour onto biscuit base.

5. Chill for 2–3 hours.

3. Sauce Thickening

1. Add 1g agar to 300ml sauce.

2. Bring to boil.

3. Stir continuously.

4. Reduce heat and simmer 1 minute.

5. Serve once thickened.

4. Molecular Gastronomy (Spheres)

1. Mix 2g agar with 200ml flavoured liquid.

2. Bring to boil.

3. Drop hot mixture with a pipette into cold oil.

4. Let cool.

5. Strain spheres through sieve.

5. Vegan Gummies

1. Mix 4–6g agar with 200ml fruit juice.

2. Heat until boiling.

3. Simmer 2 minutes.

4. Pour into silicone moulds.

5. Let set at room temperature.

❓ 10 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Is agar agar vegan?

Yes, it is 100% plant-based and a perfect vegan gelatine alternative.

2. How strong is agar agar compared to gelatine?

Agar sets much firmer and withstands higher temperatures.

3. Does agar agar need refrigeration to set?

No, it sets at room temperature.

4. Can I use it in acidic recipes?

Yes, but very acidic liquids may require slightly more agar.

5. Does it affect the flavour?

No, it is completely neutral in taste and smell.

6. Can I reheat mixtures containing agar?

Yes, agar can be reheated without losing strength.

7. What is the ratio for firm jelly?

Use 2g per 250ml liquid for a firm set.

8. Is it gluten-free?

Yes, naturally gluten-free.

9. How should I store it?

Store in a cool, dry place in a sealed pouch.

10. Can I use it for keto or low-calorie diets?

Yes, agar is naturally low-calorie and carbohydrate-free.