carrageen
/ˈkærəɡin/
noun
- A type of red seaweed (also called Irish moss) that is dried and used as a thickening agent in foods, cosmetics, and medicines.
- Carrageen is often added to ice cream to give it a smooth, creamy texture.
- Many vegan recipes use carrageen as a plant-based alternative to gelatin.
- My grandmother used to make a traditional pudding with carrageen, milk, and sugar.
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