a complex gelatinous carbohydrate obtained from seaweeds, esp those of the genus Gelidium, used as a culture medium for bacteria, a laxative, in food such as ice cream as a thickening agent (E406), etc
another name for agar
Examples of 'agar-agar' in a sentence
agar-agar
Measure 300ml of the mushroom juice and bring to the boil with the agar-agar.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
Add the agar-agar and let it boil for three minutes.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
Add the agar-agar by whisking it in, boil for 3 minutes, remove from heat and add the sponged gelatine.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
And veggies need not miss out - gelatine is also made from various vegetable sources, including seaweed (agar-agar), all readily available.