pectin
pectin
Definition
pec·tin (pek′tin)
pectin
Usage Examples
Converse of object
- contain: They also contain pectin, which helps to reduce high blood sugar.
- extract: Remove and squeeze dry into the pan to extract pectin, then discard.
- add: I think part of your problem might have been that you added the pectin and lemon after your first attempt at setting.
Preposition: in
- fruit: A: Sometimes the natural level of pectin in the fruit is not high enough to give an even & firm set.
Adjective modifier
- citrus: Citrus pectin is fermented by the intestinal flora producing short-chain fatty acids, which have many important functions.
- high: Even tho quinces are high pectin, this was also reluctant to set.
- powdered: I made one batch with powdered pectin, which didn't set properly, will try 2 packages next time.
- e.g.: It is made of several layers of parallel fibers, and the gaps are filled in with jelly-like substances, e.g. pectin.
- natural: I'm not sure whether carrots contain any natural pectin.
Modifies a noun
- content: They also contain a high pectin content, which is ideal for making preserves.
- hunt: The usual setting crisis, and Chris went on an emergency pectin hunt.
- chain: Pectinase breaks down the pectin chains and therefore reduces its binding action.
- substance: Pectin Substance found in most fruit and some vegetables which is required for setting jams and jellies.
Noun used with modifier
- grapefruit: So just imagine how useful grapefruit or grapefruit pectin might be for those who eat nutritious meals and get regular exercise as well.
- apple: The apple pectin helps to regulate the digestive system and to metabolize fatty acids.
- sugar: Sugar beet pectin is obtained from sugar beet pulp which is a by-product of the sugar industry.
- emergency: The usual setting crisis, and Chris went on an emergency pectin hunt.
- fruit: Soluble fiber from beans, oats, psyllium seed, and fruit pectin has lowered cholesterol levels in most trials.
- beet: Sugar beet pectin is obtained from sugar beet pulp which is a by-product of the sugar industry.
Browse dictionary entries near pectin
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- pectinated
- pectination
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