Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pectin
Noun
/ˈpɛk.tɪn/
Definition
A polysaccharide found in the cell walls of fruits and some vegetables, commonly used as a gelling agent in food preservation and cooking.
Examples
- Pectin is essential for making homemade strawberry jam.
- Many fruit juices contain natural pectin which helps in the gelling process.
- The recipe requires pectin for the fruit mixture to set properly.
Meaning
Pectin is a substance derived from fruits that helps to thicken and stabilize jams, jellies, and other foods.
Synonyms
- Gelling agent
- Thickener
- Cellulose
