Description
GMS(Glycerol monostearate) is a food additive used as a thickening, emulsifying, anti-caking, and preservative agent; an emulsifying agent for oils, waxes, and solvents. GMS and CMC (Carboxy methyl cellulose) are compounds used for stabilizing ice creams. Culinary uses The most common culinary use of GMS powder is in ice cream industry. The Method of incorporation is to make a stock mixture of G.M.S. in water And then adding to the ice cream mix. GMS is used in bakery products like breads and cake preparation. The use of G.M.S. gives loaf a much improved quality at a reduced cost to the baker. G.M.S. give cakes of good volume. G.M.S improve all types of cakes. The optimum concentration to be used will depend on the recipe. But in most cases about 3-4% on the weight of flour is adequate They are more tender & keep their freshness longer. GMS is suggested as an emulsifier in producing high quality Biscuits Due to GMS, fat disperses uniformly in the dough and hence GMS improves the release of the dough from the moulds and cutters to achieve well-shaped biscuits without any distorted edges. It can help to reduce consumption of egg yolk or fat used in making biscuits, thus achieving economy. Use of G.M.S. in the candy preparation, ensures smooth dispersion in flavour oils, improves texture & quality. They are used in chewing gums, margarines and peanut butter as emulsifier.
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