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Spice Trend® Granulated Alum
1.25 oz
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      Spice Trend® Granulated Alum

      1.25 oz
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      Alum (potassium aluminum sulfate) is a food additive that is ideal for pickling and canning. It helps create crisp pickled fruits or vegetables. Wondering what exactly alum is used for? This cooking essential is a crystalline powder that helps keep fruits and vegetables firm and crispy when cooking. Try adding a bit of Spiced Trend Granulated Alum when pickling for that perfect crunch. Dissolve alum in water using amounts specified in your recipe. Soak produce in the alum solution according to the specified time. Drain and discard the solution. Rinse the produce well then continue with pickling and canning process.

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      Granulated Alum

      Directions

      Use to prepare cucumber, zucchini or mixed pickles to give a crisper, firmer texture. Also use for pickled watermelon or cantaloupe. Soak the vegetable or fruit in water and alum, rinse and proceed with directions. One teaspoon lump alum equals two teaspoons granulated alum.

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