Tag: Animal derived protein

According to the Food and Agriculture Organization, about 90% of all agar produced is used for food applications, a testament to its long-standing use as a gelling agent. However, many home cooks still wonder, 'is agar agar just gelatine?' While both can create a gel-like consistency, their origins, properties, and applications are surprisingly distinct.

Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body, accounting for nearly 30% of its total protein content. Yes, you can get collagen from cow skin, a process which yields what is known as bovine collagen. The hides and other connective tissues of cows are rich sources of this essential protein, which is then processed into popular supplements and food additives.