irish moss

• Nombre común de un tipo de alga roja (Chondrus crispus) que crece en las costas rocosas del Atlántico norte, utilizada a menudo como espesante en alimentos y bebidas, y también en la medicina popular.

A common name for a type of red algae (Chondrus crispus) found on rocky shores of the North Atlantic, often used as a thickening agent in foods and beverages, and in traditional remedies.

1. Edible seaweedB2formal

   A type of red algae (Chondrus crispus) found on rocky shores of the Atlantic, used as a food thickener and in traditional medicine.

   musgo de Irlanda

   • Irish moss is often used to make a gelatinous pudding.
   • She added Irish moss to the soup as a natural thickener.
   • Harvesting Irish moss is a traditional practice in coastal communities.

2. Thickening agentB2formal

   A substance derived from this seaweed, used in cooking and food production for its gelling properties.

   Musgo irlandés (espesante)

   • Irish moss is a popular vegan alternative to gelatin.
   • The recipe calls for a tablespoon of dried Irish moss.
   • Many commercial ice creams contain Irish moss as a stabilizer.