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Sodium bicarbonate
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 0 kcal —
- Protein 0.1 g 0%
- Carbohydrate 0 g 0%
- Fat 0 g 0%
- Saturated fat 0 g 0%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 0 g —
- Sodium 27400 mg 1191%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin K 0 µg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0 mg 0%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0 mg 0%
- Niacin (B3) 0 mg 0%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin B6 0 mg 0%
- Folate (B9) 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
Minerals
- Calcium 0 mg 0%
- Iron 0 mg 0%
- Magnesium 0 mg 0%
- Phosphorus 0 mg 0%
- Potassium 0 mg 0%
- Zinc 0 mg 0%
- Copper 0 mg 0%
- Manganese 0 mg 0%
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Questions about Sodium bicarbonate
Is sodium bicarbonate the same as bicarbonate of soda?
Yes. Sodium bicarbonate is the chemical name; bicarbonate of soda and baking soda are common names for the same raising agent.
How does sodium bicarbonate make cakes and biscuits rise?
When it meets an acidic ingredient such as yoghurt, lemon juice or buttermilk, it releases carbon dioxide bubbles. Those bubbles expand in the oven, so get the mixture cooking soon after combining the ingredients.
Can you use sodium bicarbonate instead of baking powder?
Not as a straight swap: baking powder already contains an acid, while sodium bicarbonate needs an acidic ingredient in the recipe. If you substitute it, the recipe must provide enough acid or the bake may not rise properly and can taste soapy.
How much sodium bicarbonate should you use in a recipe?
Use the amount specified: too much can leave a bitter, soapy taste and make baked goods brown too quickly. A small amount is usually enough, and it should be measured level rather than heaped.
How should you store sodium bicarbonate?
Keep it tightly sealed in a cool, dry cupboard, away from steam and strong-smelling foods. Moisture can make the powder clump, while an open container can absorb odours.
Can sodium bicarbonate be used to tenderise meat?
A small pinch can help tenderise thin pieces of meat before stir-frying; mix it through, leave for about 15 minutes, then rinse and dry the meat well. Using too much or leaving it on too long can make the texture unpleasant.
Can you use sodium bicarbonate to clean vegetables?
A brief soak and thorough rinse can remove some surface dirt, but plain running water and rubbing are usually enough. Don’t use it as a substitute for washing produce carefully.
Is sodium bicarbonate the same as baking soda?
Yes. Baking soda is another name for sodium bicarbonate; the similar-food entries show 0 kcal per 100 g for baking soda and 0 kcal per 100 g for sodium bicarbonate.
Source: ANSES–Ciqual (France) 11507 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
