Name: Plant-based Egg Substitute with Ground Flax
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed; 3 tablespoons water

Plant-based Egg Substitute with Ground Flax

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This ground flax egg substitute recipe is perfect for people following a vegan diet or those who have egg allergies. Made with just two simple ingredients – ground flaxseed and water, this plant-based egg substitute works great in baking and cooking. Use it to replace eggs in your favorite recipes and enjoy delicious and cruelty-free dishes. It's easy to make and yields the same binding and thickening properties as eggs.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
3 tablespoons water

Directions

In a small bowl, combine the ground flaxseed and water.
Whisk the mixture vigorously for about 30 seconds.
Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to allow the flaxseed to absorb the water and thicken.
After 5 minutes, your ground flax egg substitute is ready to use!
Use it in baking recipes as a replacement for eggs. Typically, 1 flax egg equals 1 regular egg.

Interesting Facts

Ground flaxseed is a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and antioxidants.

Flax eggs work well as a binding agent in recipes and help add moisture and texture to baked goods.

This vegan egg substitute is cholesterol-free and lower in fat compared to traditional eggs.

Using plant-based egg substitutes promotes sustainability by reducing the demand for animal products.