Lactic acid
Lactic acid is a measured acidulant used to give preparations a controlled sour taste.
About Lactic acid
Lactic acid is an organic acid that cooks can add directly when they want measured acidity. A published plant-based Parmesan recipe includes powdered lactic acid as a separate ingredient to provide a tangy, cheese-like note. It is a defined acidulant rather than a fermented food or a starter culture.
Food-grade lactic acid is sold in different forms and concentrations, including powder and liquid products. This entry means the acid itself, not yogurt, lemon juice or a premixed sour seasoning. A recipe calling for one form should not be converted to another without accounting for its concentration and carrier. The particular product also determines how it is measured.
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Lactic acid nutrition & diet
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