Methylcellulose

What is Methocel

Methocel (methylcellulose) is purified cellulose. To be used in afood applications where a thickener, stabiliser, or dispersant is required. Methocel dissolves in cold water and gels in hot water. It has the unique ability to form a gel when heated above 45ºC which will then return to a liquid state upon cooling (approx 15ºC). Perfect for creating hot gels which melt in the mouth. It can also be used to make clear, solid and flexible films which are produced by allowing a Methocel solution to dry out at a low temperature, this prevents the solution from gelling. Other applications include emulsification and suspension.

Methocel Where To Buy

Order Special Ingredients Methocel online directly. Available in Methocel 100g, Methocel 250g, Methocel 500g, Methocel 5kg, Methocel 10kg, Methocel 25kg.

Methocel Recipes

Discover the versatility of Special Ingredients Methocel (Methylcellulose E461) with our innovative Avocado in Charcoal Tempura Batter Recipe. This creative molecular gastronomy recipe showcases how Methocel can be used to create an innovative tempura batter, combining a light, crisp texture with striking activated charcoal for an impressive modern presentation.

Methocel, also known as methylcellulose, is a versatile food ingredient used as a thickener, stabiliser and gelling agent. Its unique heat-activated properties make it particularly useful for modernist cuisine, molecular gastronomy, tempura batter, hot gels, culinary foams and innovative food presentation.

The Avocado in Charcoal Tempura Batter Recipe is an excellent example of how Methocel can be incorporated into contemporary cooking, demonstrating its ability to help create unusual textures and visually impressive dishes. If you're looking for Methocel recipes, methylcellulose recipes or molecular gastronomy techniques, this recipe is a great place to start.

Methocel is ideal for modernist cuisine techniques, and a Methocel 100g container is a good sized container to sample of the product.