Ingredientes de Alimentos - Sustancias alimentarias y aditivos

Aquí aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés relacionadas con sustancias alimentarias y aditivos como "gelatina", "bicarbonato de sodio" y "acidulante".

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food additive

[Sustantivo]

a substance added to food to improve its taste, texture, or appearance

aditivo alimentario, aditivo para alimentos

Ex: Salt is a common food additive used to enhance flavor .El **aditivo alimentario** es un aditivo común utilizado para realzar el sabor.

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rice paper

[Sustantivo]

a thin, translucent sheet made from rice flour and water, used in various Asian cuisines for wrapping spring rolls

papel de arroz, hoja de arroz

Ex: He dipped the rice paper in warm water to soften it before filling it with shrimp and herbs .Sumergió el **papel de arroz** en agua tibia para ablandarlo antes de rellenarlo con camarones y hierbas.

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preservative

[Sustantivo]

a substance that is added to food, cosmetics, or other products to prevent or slow down their spoilage or deterioration

conservante, preservativo

Ex: She prefers skincare products without synthetic preservatives to avoid potential skin irritations .Ella prefiere productos para el cuidado de la piel sin **conservantes** sintéticos para evitar posibles irritaciones cutáneas.

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edible ink

[Sustantivo]

ink that is safe for consumption and used for printing on food items, such as cakes, cookies, and candies, for decorative purposes

tinta comestible, tinta alimentaria

Ex: Edible ink is a popular choice for creating custom designs on cookies , such as monograms , logos , and holiday themes .La **tinta comestible** es una opción popular para crear diseños personalizados en galletas, como monogramas, logotipos y temas festivos.

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food coloring

[Sustantivo]

a substance added to food to change or enhance its color

colorante alimentario, colorante para alimentos

Ex: Natural food coloring made from beet juice or turmeric is used in some products as a substitute for synthetic food dyes .El **colorante alimentario** natural hecho con jugo de remolacha o cúrcuma se utiliza en algunos productos como sustituto de los colorantes alimentarios sintéticos.

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gold leaf

[Sustantivo]

a thin sheet of gold used for decoration or gilding

pan de oro, hoja de oro

Ex: Some high-end restaurants use gold leaf as a garnish for desserts and other dishes .Algunos restaurantes de alta gama utilizan **hojas de oro** como decoración para postres y otros platos.

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artificial flavor

[Sustantivo]

flavoring agents that are chemically synthesized and used to mimic natural flavors in food and beverages

sabor artificial

Ex: The popcorn had an artificial butter flavor that made movie nights even more enjoyable.Las palomitas tenían un **sabor artificial** a mantequilla que hacía las noches de cine aún más disfrutables.

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thickening agent

[Sustantivo]

an ingredient or substance used to increase the viscosity or thickness of a liquid or sauce in food preparation, such as cornstarch, flour, or gelatin

espesante, agente espesante

Ex: The soup contained a thickening agent that gave it a rich and creamy consistency .La sopa contenía un **agente espesante** que le daba una consistencia rica y cremosa.

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sweetener

[Sustantivo]

a substance used to add sweetness to food or beverages

edulcorante, endulzante

Ex: I prefer using honey as a natural sweetener in my morning oatmeal .Prefiero usar miel como **endulzante** natural en mi avena matutina.

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stabilizer

[Sustantivo]

a substance that helps maintain the consistency, texture, and structure of a product

estabilizador, agente de estabilización

Ex: The frozen fruit bars used a stabilizer to prevent melting too quickly and maintain their shape .Las barras de frutas congeladas utilizaron un **estabilizador** para evitar que se derritieran demasiado rápido y mantener su forma.

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gelling agent

[Sustantivo]

an ingredient used to create gels, such as agar agar, pectin, or gelatin

agente gelificante, gelificante

Ex: The vegan gummy candies used a plant-based gelling agent to achieve a chewy and gel-like consistency .Las gominolas veganas utilizaron un **agente gelificante** a base de plantas para lograr una consistencia masticable y gelatinosa.

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agar

[Sustantivo]

a gelatinous substance derived from seaweed and used as a gelling agent in various food

agar-agar, agar

Ex: The agar jelly shots were a hit at the party , with their vibrant colors and jiggly texture .Los shots de gelatina de **agar** fueron un éxito en la fiesta, con sus colores vibrantes y textura temblorosa.

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pectin

[Sustantivo]

a natural substance found in fruits that is used as a thickening agent in food preparation

pectina, sustancia espesante natural

Ex: She added pectin to the strawberry jam to help it thicken .Ella agregó **pectina** a la mermelada de fresa para ayudar a espesarla.

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humectant

[Sustantivo]

a substance that helps retain moisture and prevents drying in various products

humectante, sustancia humectante

Ex: The tobacco products included a humectant to maintain the moisture content and freshness .Los productos de tabaco incluían un **humectante** para mantener el contenido de humedad y la frescura.

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glazing agent

[Sustantivo]

a substance used to provide a glossy or shiny appearance to food, such as beeswax, shellac, or vegetable oil

agente de glaseado, sustancia de glaseado

Ex: The donuts had a shiny appearance due to the glazing agent that coated their surface .Los donuts tenían un aspecto brillante debido al **agente de glaseado** que cubría su superficie.

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flour treatment agent

[Sustantivo]

a substance used to improve the processing, handling, or performance characteristics of flour, such as ascorbic acid, enzymes, or malted barley flour

agente de tratamiento de harina, aditivo para harina

Ex: The cake mix included a flour treatment agent to ensure a light and fluffy texture when baked .La mezcla para pastel incluía un **agente de tratamiento de harina** para asegurar una textura ligera y esponjosa al hornear.

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flavor enhancer

[Sustantivo]

something that is added to food to give it a better or more flavor

potenciador del sabor

Ex: The snack chips used a flavor enhancer that heightened the bold and tangy taste of the seasoning .Las patatas fritas utilizaban un **potenciador del sabor** que realzaba el sabor audaz y ácido del condimento.

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flavoring

[Sustantivo]

a substance or combination of substances used to enhance or impart a specific taste to food or beverages

saborizante, aroma

Ex: The lemon extract served as a flavoring agent in the cake, lending a refreshing citrus taste.El extracto de limón sirvió como agente **saborizante** en el pastel, aportando un refrescante sabor cítrico.

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emulsifier

[Sustantivo]

a substance that helps mix and stabilize immiscible liquids, such as oil and water, to create a uniform and stable emulsion

emulsionante

Ex: The salad dressing contained an emulsifier that kept the oil and vinegar blended together , preventing separation .El aderezo de la ensalada contenía un **emulsificante** que mantenía el aceite y el vinagre mezclados, evitando la separación.

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color retention agent

[Sustantivo]

a substance used to maintain the color of food products

agente de retención de color, conservante de color

Ex: The frozen berries included a color retention agent that prevented the vibrant red color from fading during storage .Las bayas congeladas incluían un **agente de retención de color** que evitaba que el color rojo vibrante se desvaneciera durante el almacenamiento.

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fortifying agent

[Sustantivo]

a substance used in food production to add essential vitamins, minerals, or other nutrients to improve the nutritional content of the food product

agente fortificante, sustancia enriquecedora

Ex: The fortifying agent increases product 's nutritional value by adding essential vitamins and minerals to it .El **agente fortificante** aumenta el valor nutricional del producto al agregarle vitaminas y minerales esenciales.

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bulking agent

[Sustantivo]

a substance added to food to increase its volume or bulk, often used as a filler or to improve the texture and mouthfeel of the food product

agente de carga, sustancia de relleno

Ex: The meal replacement shake contained a bulking agent to create a thick and substantial drink .El batido sustitutivo de comida contenía un **agente de carga** para crear una bebida espesa y sustanciosa.

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antioxidant

[Sustantivo]

a substance, such as vitamin E, that helps clean the body of harmful substances

antioxidante

Ex: The walnuts were a good source of antioxidants, making them a heart-healthy snack option .Las nueces eran una buena fuente de **antioxidantes**, lo que las convertía en una opción de snack saludable para el corazón.

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antifoaming agent

[Sustantivo]

a substance used to reduce or prevent foaming in food and beverage production processes

agente antiespumante, antiespumante

Ex: The car wash detergent contained an antifoaming agent to reduce foam and ensure streak-free cleaning .El detergente para lavado de autos contenía un **agente antiespumante** para reducir la espuma y garantizar una limpieza sin rayas.

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anticaking agent

[Sustantivo]

a substance added to food or beverages to prevent clumping or caking of powdered or granulated materials

agente antiapelmazante, antiapelmazante

Ex: The powdered sugar included an anticaking agent to prevent clumping and ensure a smooth texture .El azúcar en polvo incluía un **agente antiapelmazante** para evitar grumos y garantizar una textura suave.

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acidity regulator

[Sustantivo]

a food additive that is used to adjust and control the acidity or pH level of food or beverages

regulador de acidez, correcto de acidez

Ex: They used an acidity regulator in the carbonated beverage to balance the tartness and create a refreshing taste .Usaron un **regulador de acidez** en la bebida carbonatada para equilibrar la acidez y crear un sabor refrescante.

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acidulant

[Sustantivo]

a food additive that adds acidity to food or beverages, typically for flavor enhancement or preservation purposes

acidulante, agente acidulante

Ex: The sour candy included an acidulant that added a zingy and mouth-puckering flavor .El caramelo ácido incluía un **acidulante** que añadía un sabor vibrante y que hacía fruncir la boca.

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gelatin

[Sustantivo]

a protein-based substance derived from collagen that forms a gel-like texture when dissolved in water

gelatina, grenetina

Ex: The mousse had a light and airy texture due to the incorporation of gelatin.El mousse tenía una textura ligera y aireada debido a la incorporación de **gelatina**.

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pink slime

[Sustantivo]

a meat product made from mechanically processed beef trimmings treated with antimicrobial agents

limo rosa, baba rosa

Ex: Public education campaigns highlight potential health risks of consuming pink slime products.Las campañas de educación pública destacan los posibles riesgos para la salud de consumir productos **pink slime**.

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salt

[Sustantivo]

a natural, white substance, obtained from mines and also found in seawater that is added to the food to make it taste better or to preserve it

sal

Ex: We bought a bag of coarse sea salt from the specialty store.Compramos una bolsa de **sal** marina gruesa en la tienda especializada.

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baking soda

[Sustantivo]

a chemical compound commonly used in baking as a leavening agent to help dough and batters rise

bicarbonato de sodio, bicarbonato alimenticio

Ex: Baking soda sprinkled on a damp cloth effectively removed coffee and tea stains from cups and mugs .El **bicarbonato de sodio** espolvoreado en un paño húmedo eliminó eficazmente las manchas de café y té de las tazas y las tazas.

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baking powder

[Sustantivo]

a white powder that is used in baking products in order to make them rise and light

levadura en polvo, polvo de hornear

Ex: The fluffy pancakes owed their light texture to the addition of baking powder.Los esponjosos panqueques debían su textura ligera a la adición de **polvo de hornear**.

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