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A culinary technique that involves incorporating air into a liquid or semi-liquid ingredient to create a stable foam.
Origin: Modernist cuisine (Contemporary) — Global
See full technique reference →Emulsification of air bubbles in a liquid, typically using a stabilizer such as lecithin or xanthan gum.
Espuma (Spain): Creates savory or sweet foams as modernist garnishes
Chawanmushi foam (Japan): Lightens traditional egg custard with airy texture
Fruit air (Global (molecular gastronomy)): Intensifies flavor perception through increased surface area
Primary Reaction
Emulsification
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