Chia Egg Substitute
User Reviews
5
12 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
2 mins
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Additional Time
10 mins
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Total Time
2 mins
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Servings
1 Chia Egg Substitute
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Calories
4893 kcal
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Course
Condiments, Others
Chia Egg Substitute
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The Chia Egg Substitute uses chia seeds soaked in water to create a gel-like mixture that mimics the binding properties of eggs in recipes. After resting 5 to 15 minutes, it works well as a 1:1 egg replacement in baking and cooking.
Description
This simple substitute involves mixing one tablespoon of chia seeds with three tablespoons of water, stirring, and letting the mixture sit until it thickens into a gel. The resulting chia egg can be used in recipes as a direct replacement for one egg, providing a binding effect in baked goods and other dishes.
The soaking time can range from 5 to 15 minutes, or the mixture can be prepared the night before for convenience. Making the chia egg early ensures it is ready when needed during the cooking or baking process.
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 3 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Place chia seeds in a small bowl.
- Add water to seeds.
- Stir to combine.
- Let chia and water mixture sit for 5-15 minutes to thicken.
- Use in recipes as a 1:1 substitute for eggs.
Notes
- Allow the mixture to sit for at least 5 minutes, up to 15 minutes, or overnight to achieve proper gel consistency.
- Prepare the chia egg ahead of time to have it ready when adding to recipes.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
48.93kcal
(2%)
Carbohydrates
4.39g
(1%)
Protein
1.57g
(3%)
Fat
3.07g
(5%)
Saturated Fat
0.32g
(2%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2.32g
(14%)
Monounsaturated Fat
0.21g
(1%)
Sodium
1.89mg
(0%)
Potassium
16mg
(0%)
Fiber
3.79g
(15%)
Net Carbohydrates
1g
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1Chia Egg Substitute
Amount Per Serving
Calories 4893 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 48.93kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 4.39g | 1% |
| Protein | 1.57g | 3% |
| Fat | 3.07g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.32g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.32g | 14% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.21g | 1% |
| Sodium | 1.89mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 16mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 3.79g | 15% |
| Net Carbohydrates | 1g |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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