Puerto Rican Merengue Recipe - EcoRico

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia reduces calories while maintaining sweetness.

egg whites

🥗Healthier: aquafaba

💰Cheaper: none

Aquafaba is a vegan alternative that mimics egg whites.

Pour 4 egg whites into a mixing bowl.

Lock the mixer and start at a low speed.

Gradually increase the speed to between 5 and 6 on a scale of 10.

Add 1/4 teaspoon of cream of tartar to the egg whites.

Add a pinch of sea salt.

Continue beating until small bubbles form, creating a stable foam.

Once small bubbles are formed, begin adding 6 tablespoons of organic sugar gradually.

After adding sugar, continue beating until stiff peaks form.

Add 1 teaspoon of fresh organic lemon juice to the mixture and mix until combined.

Cooking Techniques

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