Papaya latex / papain
Papaya latex from unripe Carica papaya fruit supplies proteases used to set Enrekang Dangke. Fresh latex, dried latex and standardized papain are distinct preparations with different evidence and handling needs.
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Papaya latex from unripe Carica papaya fruit supplies proteases used to set Enrekang Dangke. Fresh latex, dried latex and standardized papain are distinct preparations with different evidence and handling needs.

Dried flower heads of cardoon (Cynara cardunculus) supply plant proteases used to coagulate milk in several documented regional cheeses. Plant, extraction, milk and dose matter; evidence does not establish a universal home method.

A dry milk-clotting enzyme preparation for setting cheese curd. Its animal or microbial source, strength, carrier and dietary status depend on the actual product.
An animal-derived liquid enzyme extract sets milk by changing casein proteins; its activity and formulation determine how a particular bottle is used in cheesemaking.
A liquid milk-clotting enzyme preparation at the strength assumed by its cheese recipe. Enzyme source and product activity must be identified separately.
A liquid milk-coagulating enzyme preparation whose source, activity and formulation vary, used to form curd for cheesemaking.


Rennet is an enzyme preparation that helps milk form a cuttable curd. Animal, microbial, fermentation-produced and plant coagulants have distinct identities and strengths.