Pistachio Free Flaxseed Egg Substitute
Baking without eggs doesn't have to mean sacrificing texture or structure, and this simple two-ingredient gel proves exactly that. Ground flaxseed and water come together in just five minutes to create a thick, sticky mixture that mimics the binding power of a whole egg. It's a brilliant trick for anyone navigating nut-free kitchens, since so many commercial egg replacers are processed in facilities alongside tree nuts like pistachios. Here, you're working with nothing but flaxseed and water — clean, straightforward, and completely in your control. Stir, wait, and it's ready to fold straight into your batter or dough. Keep a bag of ground flaxseed in your pantry and you'll never be caught off guard when a recipe calls for an egg binder again.
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1 serving
- 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 3 tbsp water
Instructions
- 1
Combine the ground flaxseed and water in a small bowl and stir with a fork until evenly mixed.
- 2
Let the mixture rest at room temperature for 5 minutes, until it thickens into a gel with a slightly sticky, egg-like consistency.
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