Citric acid

citric acid

Flavor and role

A crystalline powder of the sour compound in citrus fruit. It gives a clean sourness without aroma and prevents browning.

Typical dishes and uses

Making jams and syrups, cottage cheese, lemonade, preventing fruit browning

Substitutes

1/4 tsp citric acid = about 1 tbsp lemon juice (by acidity).

Storage

Airtight at dry room temperature for 2-3 years. If it clumps, it can still be dissolved and used.

Main countries

United States · Germany

Updated 2026-10-10