Meringue is a mixture of egg whites and sugar which when mixed and shaken well will form a thick and creamy solution. Meringue can be used as a topping for pies, to mix ingredients to make cakes to decorate cakes.
Here are three ingredients used to make meringues:
1. Egg white
Use fresh egg whites. Because the key to the formation of a good meringue texture is the stiff texture formed by denaturation (breakdown of protein) in the egg white. If the egg whites are cold (refrigerator temperature), first separate the egg whites from the yolks. Then, rest for 30 minutes before processing.
2. Sugar
Powdered or granulated sugar can both be used. No need to be afraid of failure because each has advantages. Powdered sugar is easier to mix into the dough and contains cornstarch which you can count on to make the dough more stable. Meanwhile, granulated sugar is richer in taste. You can also use brown sugar to give the meringue a caramel aroma.
3. Cream of Tartar
Useful as a stabilizer (stabilizer). Put in a small amount into the dough. Not only to maintain the consistency of the dough but also to increase the volume of the beaten egg whites. No need to be afraid, because the addition of cream of tartar does not affect the taste. If you don't have one, replace it with an equal amount of lemon juice or vinegar.
Do you get an idea of how to make it because if you have trouble trying to make it you can practice again so you can find the right shape of this dough? If you are able to make this standard dough, then of course you can make a delicious orange meringue pie to make your family happy in the morning. Are you interested in this pie? Give a try recipe here
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