What does flax egg do in baking?

Chef's answer
Flax eggs work well when they're a small component in baked goods, pancakes, and other flour-based recipes. Flax eggs yield a "gluey" substance similar to egg whites, which helps bind ingredients together. They also contain some fat, like real yolks do..
Frequently asked Questions 🎓
To make a flax egg, mix one tablespoon ground flaxseed meal with three tablespoons of water. Mix together, and let sit in your fridge for 15 minutes to set up and thicken. It's that easy. You could leave it up to 30 minutes if you want.
Flax eggs work well when they're a small component in baked goods, pancakes, and other flour-based recipes. Flax eggs yield a "gluey" substance similar to egg whites, which helps bind ingredients together. They also contain some fat, like real yolks do..
Flax eggs and chia eggs are one of my favorite egg substitutes. For many baked goods, a flax egg substitute or a chia one can work really well for adding in binding power and some moisture to a recipe. ... Then add these to your baked goods recipe in place of an egg..
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What kind of fish does the Bible say not to eat?

`Of all the creatures living in the water of the seas and the streams, you may eat any that have fins and scales. But all creatures in the seas or streams that do not have fins and scales--whether among all the swarming things or among all the other living creatures in the water--you are to detest. What months are crabs in season?;The primary season for all crab species is October to January when they are often at their largest and populations are highest after spawning. Some regions even stretch the crabbing season into July. They aren't hibernating however, they're just lying dormant in the mud, thinking crab thoughts for a few long, cold, lonely months. Such is the life of a crab in the winter. Bake your fish for 10 minutes for every inch of thickness. If your fillet is a half-inch thick, bake it for just 5 minutes. Keep an eye on your catch to make sure it doesn't turn rubbery. Why was my baked cod tough?;Whether I bake or pan-fry there is always at least one piece that has a very tough chewy section. Based on the rest of the pieces, it is not over cooked. What causes the tough area, is it freezing or the original fish. Undercooked cod can also be chewy. Does lemon juice cook salmon?;Lemon juice is a very acidic liquid that you can use to cook" your fish without the use of heat, creating a dish called ceviche that is common in Central and South America. Likewise, does lemon juice kill bacteria in fish? ... It doesn't actually cook the fish.