What is glazing of food?!


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What is glazing of food?

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Glazing agents produce a protective coating and impart a polish/sheen on the surface of a food such as confectionery or citrus fruit or even backed goods.
Glazing agent - improves appearance and can protect food.
additives, like beewax, petroleum jelly, sheilac etc

It could possibly mean coating it with a air proof sealant, like the wax on some cheeses.

cooking until the sugar caramelizes--glazing usually means 'caramelize'--sticky




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