Product description Sodium BicarbonateSodium bicarbonate is a white fine powder that has a slightly salty, alkaline taste that resembles that of washing soda.Sodium Bicarbonate is also commonly known as Baking Soda, Bread Soda, Cooking Soda and Bicarbonate of Soda.The natural mineral form is nahcolite. It is a component of the mineral natron and is found dissolved in many mineral springs.The ancient Egyptians used natural deposits of natron, a mixture consisting mostly of sodium carbonate decahydrate, and sodium bicarbonate. The natron was used as a cleansing agent like soap.Sodium Bicarbonate has many uses;Food use:Referred to as "baking soda", is primarily used in cooking, as a leavening agent. It reacts with acidic components in batters, releasing carbon dioxide, which causes expansion of the batter and forms the characteristic texture and grain in pancakes, cakes, quick breads, soda bread, and other baked and fried foods. Acidic compounds that induce this reaction include phosphates, cream of tartar, lemon juice, yogurt, buttermilk, cocoa, vinegar, etc.Sodium bicarbonate is sometimes used in cooking vegetables, to make them softer and to tenderise meats.It is also used in breading's such as for fried foods to enhance crispness.Heat causes sodium bicarbonate to act as a raising agent by releasing carbon dioxide when used in baking. Since the reaction does not occur at room temperature, mixtures (cake batter, etc.) can be allowed to stand without rising until they are heated in the oven.Bicarbonate Sodium is also used in Fire extinguishers, to Neutralize acids, some medical uses, Personal hygiene (Teeth Cleaning), Sports, as a cleaning agent, biopesticide and in cattle feeds. Ingredients 100% Pure Bicarbonate of Soda P.when('A').execute(function(A) { A.on('a:expander:toggle_description:toggle:collapse', function(data) { window.scroll(0, data.expander.$expander[0].offsetTop-100); }); }); Manufacturer Contact Information Leila's Deli, London See more
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