Emulsifier: meaning, definitions and examples

This term is typically used in chemistry and food science to describe a substance that helps two immiscible liquids, like oil and water, to mix together.

• Lecithin is a common emulsifier used in chocolate production.
• The salad dressing contains an emulsifier to keep the oil and vinegar from separating.

Like 'blender', this term is used for a kitchen appliance, but it is commonly associated with electrically powered devices used to mix ingredients for baking.

• I used the mixer to combine the flour and sugar for the cake batter.
• An electric mixer is great for whipping eggs and cream.

This word is used to describe a kitchen appliance that mixes, purées, or emulsifies food and other substances.

• I need to use the blender to make a smoothie.
• She put all the ingredients in the blender to make a creamy soup.

This term is used in various industries, including food and chemistry, to describe a substance that helps to maintain the consistency and quality of a product.

• The ice cream contains a stabilizer to prevent it from getting too icy.
• Pharmaceutical products often contain stabilizers to maintain their effectiveness over time.