What does emulsifier do in shortenings ?
Emulsifiers including monoglycerides and diglycerides are commonly used in the production of shortening. When the shortening is used in batter-based products , emulsifiers will help with the dispersion of the shortening throughout the batter. In the formulation of all soft wheat products, shortening is added primarily to provide a soft, tender bite,which ,emulsifiers are playing important role in these parts ,like incorporating air when the dough is beaten, and confering a good structure to the final products .
