How to Replace Citric Acid

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Tip 1 - How to Substitute Lemon Juice for Citric Acid | LIVESTRONG.COM

Published: 9 years, 9 month(s) ago | Submitted by Justin Boudreau | permalink

The substance in lemon juice that causes its characteristic sour flavor is citric acid. This acid is used in flavored drinks, baked goods and other foods that call for a lemon taste. It's also used in canning, cheese making and industrial processes as a pH regulator. Substituting lemon juice for citric acid is easier for some applications than...

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Tip 2 - Citric acid substitution? - Home Cooking - Chowhound

Published: 9 years, 9 month(s) ago | Submitted by joy selig | permalink

Page 1 of Citric acid substitution? - I have a recipe that calls for 1/4 tsp of citric acid. Could I replace this with something else?

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Tip 3 - How to Substitute for Citric Acid in a Recipe | eHow

Published: 9 years, 9 month(s) ago | Submitted by JAMES BOTTONE | permalink

All food acids lower the pH of a dish, so you can use the substitute of your choice without losing the effect the acid creates, such as the coagulation of milk when making cheese or the activation of pectin when making jam. Substitute 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white distilled vinegar for every 1/2 teaspoon of citric acid called for.

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Tip 4 - Making baking powder substitute with baking soda and powdered citric acid

Published: 9 years, 9 month(s) ago | Submitted by Hanne Bju 00f 8rnu 00e 5s | permalink

I have no baking powder, but I do have baking soda and powdered citric acid. Can these be combined to substitute for 1 teaspoon of baking powder? If so, how much of each would I use?

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Tip 5 - Citric Acid Powder

Published: 9 years, 9 month(s) ago | Submitted by Mary Hannah | permalink

Citric acid powder is used in preserving food items, making canned foods, and in preparation of tart candies. You can purchase this powder in bulk from health food centers or online retailers.

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Tip 6 - Sour Salt Is Actually Citric Acid, But It Can Substitute For The

Published: 9 years, 9 month(s) ago | Submitted by ALESSANDRA ROSALDO | permalink

Q--I am on a low-salt diet and want to use sour salt, which I was told by a friend was an effective substitute. How can this be? Isn`t sour salt just salt with lemon juice added? Does the lemon...
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