Review:
Rennet
overall review score: 4.2
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Rennet is a complex of enzymes used to coagulate milk in the process of making cheese, separating the milk into curds and whey.
Key Features
- Coagulates milk
- Essential for cheese-making process
- Derived from the stomach lining of young mammals
Pros
- Critical component in cheese production
- Helps create distinctive textures and flavors in cheeses
- Traditional method with centuries of use
Cons
- May not be suitable for vegetarians or vegans due to animal origin
- Can be difficult to source high-quality rennet
- Some individuals may have allergies to rennet