Pregelatinized starches must be heated in the liquid in order for gelation to occur

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Pregelatinized starches have already undergone a process of gelatinization, which means the starch granules have been heated and hydrated to burst and release their starch molecules. Therefore, they do not require additional heating in liquid to form a gel. They can simply be dispersed in the liquid and will form a gel upon cooling or blending with other ingredients. Pregelatinized starches have already been cooked and dried, so they will dissolve and thicken in cold liquid without the need for heat.

Pregelatinized Starches Must Be Heated in the Liquid in Order