Ice Clarification

Also known as: ice-clarified, cryo-clarification

A clarifying method that freezes a purée or juice and lets it thaw through a filter, yielding a crystal-clear, intensely flavored liquid.

Category

Culinary technique

How It Works

A gelled or frozen mass slowly thaws; the clear liquid drips through while solids and haze are trapped, producing a clean essence (e.g. clarified tomato water).

Best For

Clear, savory waters that add flavor without colour or cloudiness

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