White Pearl Citric Acid 100g – What it is
White Pearl Citric Acid 100g is a versatile kitchen essential widely used in cooking, baking, food preservation, and even household cleaning. Naturally found in citrus fruits such as lemons, limes, and oranges, citric acid is the most common organic acid used in food production worldwide. It not only provides a pleasant fruity flavour but also acts as a natural preservative, acidity regulator, and emulsifying agent.
Culinary Uses
- Food & Beverages: Adds tanginess to jams, jellies, and chutneys. Enhances citrusy notes in beverages, cordials, and sherbets.
- Baking: Prevents sugar crystallisation in syrups and caramels, improves texture in ice creams, and balances sweetness in desserts.
- Cooking: Used in canning and preserving fruits/vegetables to maintain colour and freshness.
- Alternative to Lemon Juice: Acts as a concentrated, shelf-stable replacement for lemon juice in recipes.
Nutritional Benefits
Although citric acid does not provide calories, fats, or proteins, it plays an important role in overall well-being:
- Enhances Mineral Absorption – Aids in the absorption of calcium and magnesium, supporting bone and dental health.
- Antioxidant Properties – Helps reduce oxidative stress by neutralising free radicals.
- Boosts Energy Production – Plays a role in the body’s metabolic pathways, supporting energy conversion.
- Supports Kidney Health – May help prevent kidney stone formation by reducing calcium build-up.
Recipe Preparation with White Pearl Citric Acid
- Add a pinch to sherbets, squashes, or lemonade for an extra zesty flavour.
- Use in homemade jams and preserves to improve setting and prolong shelf life.
- Mix into ice cream as an emulsifier to keep fats evenly blended.
- Use in caramel or syrups to stop crystallisation.
Cultural Significance
Citric acid has been valued across cultures for centuries. In Asian cuisine, it is used in chutneys, pickles, and savoury snacks to give a tangy lift. In European traditions, it enhances confectionery, cordials, and baked goods. Today, it is a staple across global kitchens not only for flavour but also for natural preservation.
Storage Tips
- Keep in an airtight container.
- Store in a cool, dark, dry place.
- Once opened, consume within 3 months for best results.
Ingredients
- Acid: Citric Acid (100%)
Allergy Advice
- Free from common allergens.
- May be packed in a facility handling nuts, gluten, sesame, soya, mustard, and celery (check packaging).
Lifestyle & Dietary Information
- Suitable for Vegetarians & Vegans
- Gluten-Free
- No Artificial Colours, Flavours, or Preservatives
Product Specifications
- Brand: White Pearl
- Product Type: Food Additive & Preservative
- Weight: 100 g
- Material Type: Heat-sealed food-grade packaging
- Item Weight (Gross): Approx. 0.106 kg (including packaging)
- Package Dimensions: Standard pouch (approx. 12 × 8 × 3 cm)
- Country of Origin: Product of several countries; packed in the UK
- Pack Type: Heat Sealed
Serving Suggestions & Meal Examples
- Add to fruit syrups, cordials, and sherbets for a refreshing zest.
- Use in jam, chutney, and pickle recipes for preservation and taste.
- Mix into ice creams and sorbets to improve creaminess.
- Ideal for caramel, toffee, and sugar syrups to prevent crystallisation.
Recycling Information
- Packaging: Plastic pouch – check local recycling guidelines.
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