WebAdd the Lye to the Water. If your soap recipe calls for adding sugar or salt to the lye solution, add it to the water before you mix in the lye. Stir the water well to make …
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Kansui (lye water, alkaline solution, 枧水) Kansui (枧水, jian shui), also called lye water or alkaline salt, is an alkaline solution that regulates acidity in the process of dough making. Chinese alkaline solution – It contains potassium carbonate and sodium bicarbonate (or baking soda).
“It’s a potent liquid alkaline ( potassium carbonate) used in home brewing and baking, to raise the pH of dough. Lye water is also used to make traditional ramen noodles. It gives them their distinctive yellow color, springy texture, and helps to prevent them from disintegrating in the broth.
If your soap recipe calls for adding sugar or salt to the lye solution, add it to the water before you mix in the lye. Stir the water well to make sure the sugar or salt is completely dissolved. Now it's time to add the lye to the water in the pitcher. Gradually stir in the lye with your stainless steel spoon, being careful not to splash.
(You’ll Be Surprised…) Lye water, also known as Lime water, is a caustic liquid used in small amounts during cooking because it is strong and safe. However, the liquid is very dangerous if you swallow it undiluted. Some of the effects are corrosive burns on your throat, permanent damage to the stomach if swollen, and esophagus.