sustitution question?

[Piker]

Can I replace nonfat dairy powder with corn syrup solids? I am trying Viper125 recipe for pepperoni and I am completley out of dairy powder. Thks Piker

[Stickbowcrafter]

Corn syrup solids have excellent binding qualities when sausage is cured at lower temps so I would say yes in some instances.

-Brian

[Habanero Smoker]

Corn syrup solids also help retain moisture, and will improve the reddish color that is developed by the cure.

It is measured differently. Corn syrup solids is generally used at a rate of 1.5 tablespoons per 10 pounds of meat. I don't use it that often, so I don't know if you can increase the amount. I know that dextrose can be used up to 5 tablespoons per 10 pounds, and corn syrup solids are less sweet than dextrose.

[Piker]

thks guys. I looked at the recipe and it called for 2 cups of n.f. milk powder so I assume 2 cups of c.s. solids would not work. I will have to break down and go to town and buy some milk powder. Thks again Piker