albumentum

Example:She whipped the egg whites to stiff peaks for the meringue.

Definition:the clear, soft, moist substance between the shell and the plasma membrane of an egg, which is a source of protein.

Example:The albuminous consistency of the egg whites plays a key role in the structure of the omelet.

Definition:Of, relating to, or having the nature of albumen.

Example:The albumin level in her blood was found to be low, indicating possible liver disease.

Definition:Any of various water-soluble proteins of plasma or tissue fluids of vertebrates, which is responsible for the viscosity of the plasma and acts as a buffer, maintaining the neutral pH of the plasma, and is also important in the absorption and transport of certain non polar substances such as fatty acids and hormones.

Example:She reserved the white of the egg for making soufflés.

Definition:the egg white, used for eating or for making food.

Example:He carefully avoided letting the egg whites coagulate too quickly.

Definition:To change to a solid or semisolid state because of chemical change, as milk does when separated and allowed to sit.

Example:The albumen in the egg appeared slightly pale compared to usual, possibly due to the lack of nutrients.

Definition:light or not very dark in color.

Example:The clear egg whites provided a perfect base for the delicate flavors of the sauce.

Definition:having light or transparent penetration; not opaque.

Example:To achieve perfectly made meringue, the egg whites should be whipped to stiff peaks.

Definition:a stage of meringue when the mixture has been whipped until it holds stiff, pointed peaks that stand straight up when the whisk is removed.

Example:Eggs are a good source of dietary protein.

Definition:A natural substance found in food and the body, made up of long chains of amino acids. It is essential to the structure and function of all living things.