Try These 10 Substitutes If You Have a Gelatin Allergy
Gelatin, a protein derived from animal collagen, is often obtained from the skin and bones of pigs and cows can cause an allergic reaction in some individuals. If you have a gelatin allergy, you’ll want to be careful with the following products:
Jell-O and Gelatin Desserts
Marshmallows
Gummy Candies
Jelly and Jam
Certain Yogurts
Certain Creamy or Pudding-Based Desserts
Certain Ice Creams
Certain Medications
Certain Cosmetics and Personal Care Products
Vitamins and Supplements
Apart from avoiding consumption of the above foods, there are several alternative ingredients that you can use in recipes and products to replace gelatin.
Here are some common gelatin substitutes:
1. AGAR-AGAR:
Derived from seaweed, agar-agar is a plant-based alternative to gelatin.
2. PECTIN:
Commonly used in jams and jellies, pectin is a carbohydrate found in fruits.
3. CARRAGEENAN:
Extracted from red seaweed, carrageenan is often used as a thickening or gelling agent in dairy alternatives and certain desserts.
4. GUAR GUM:
Guar gum is a natural thickening agent derived from guar beans.
5. XANTHAN GUM:
Xanthan gum is a plant-based thickening agent commonly used in gluten-free cooking and baking.
6. ARROWROOT POWDER:
This powder is a starchy substance extracted from the roots of certain plants.
7. CORNSTARCH:
Cornstarch is a common thickening agent that can be used in certain recipes as a gelatin substitute.
8. GELLAN GUM:
Gellan gum is a plant-based thickening agent often used in vegan and vegetarian food products.
9. KONJAC POWDER:
Derived from the root of the konjac plant, this powder is a natural thickening agent.
10. HOMEMADE FRUIT PECTIN:
Boiling down fruit (like apples or citrus peels) can yield a natural pectin that can be used as a thickening agent in certain recipes.
NOTE: The effectiveness of these alternatives can vary depending on the specific recipe or application.
Source: https://www.nyallergy.com/gelatin-allergy/
