#starch-gelatinization

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1 week ago

The Reason Hotwater Pie Crust Holds Up Better Than The Flaky Kind - Tasting Table

Hot-water crusts use boiling water and melted fat to gelatinize flour starches, producing a pliable, sturdy, crisp shell ideal for heavy, moist savory fillings.
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3 months ago

A Chef Explains Why 5 Minutes Can Make Or Break The Process Of Transforming Cornmeal Into Creamy Polenta - Tasting Table

Constantly whisk and stir polenta during the first five minutes to properly hydrate cornmeal and prevent clumping, sticking, or burning.
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