pectize
/ˈpɛktaɪz/
verb
- To convert into a jelly or gel; to cause a substance to set or thicken, especially by the action of pectin.
- Some fruits naturally pectize when heated, while others need added pectin.
- If you add sugar and boil the fruit, it will pectize into a firm jam.
- The recipe says to let the mixture cool slowly so it can pectize properly.
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