Ficins

/ˈfɪsɪnz/ noun

Definition

Plural of ficin; multiple forms or instances of the fig-derived protein-breaking enzyme.

Etymology

Plural of 'ficin,' adding the standard English '-s' ending to the biochemical term.

Kelly Says

Different fig species produce slightly different ficins with varying strengths, which is why traditional chefs knew that some fig sources worked better for specific recipes!

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