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HOW TO MAKE A FLAX EGG REPLACER

Learning how to make a flax egg is valuable for those on a vegan or plant-based diet or those with allergies to eggs or without them on hand. This easy recipe can be used as a substitute for one egg in any of your preferred dishes.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Resting time 10 minutes
Course How-to
Cuisine Gluten-Free, Vegan
Servings 1 flax egg

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 small whisk or spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp flaxseed meal (* see notes)
  • 3 tbsp water

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, combine the flaxseed meal and water.
  • Stir vigorously until well mixed.
  • Allow the mixture to sit for about 5-10 minutes, until it thickens to an egg-like consistency.
  • Congratulations! You've successfully crafted a flax egg replacer, ready to use in your culinary creations.

Notes

• *To make flaxseed meal, start by using a blender or coffee grinder. Pour 1 cup of whole flax seeds into the blender or grinder, then pulse or blend until you achieve a fine and powdery consistency. And there you have it—flaxseed meal, the essential foundation for our flax egg recipe.