Xanthan Gum 250g

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Recipe for Xanthan Gum

Silky Vegan Caesar Dressing (Uses Xanthan Gum for Perfect Texture)

(Makes ~1 cup)

Ingredients:

• ½ cup raw cashews (soaked 2+ hours or boiled 10 mins)

• ¼ cup water

• 2 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

• 1 small garlic clove

• 2 tsp capers (or 1 tsp anchovy paste for non-vegan)

• ½ tsp xanthan gum (key for thickness!)

• ½ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• 2 tbsp nutritional yeast (optional, for cheesiness)

Instructions:

1. Blend base – Drain cashews, then blend with water, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, and capers until ultra-smooth.

2. Activate xanthan gum – With blender running on low, sprinkle in xanthan gum and blend for 10 seconds (it thickens instantly!).

3. Season – Add salt, pepper, and nutritional yeast. Adjust tang with more lemon if needed.

4. Store – Keeps in the fridge for 1 week. Thins when chilled—just stir before use.

Why Xanthan Gum?

✨ Prevents separation (emulsifies oil-free dressings).
✨ Adds creamy mouthfeel without dairy or eggs.
✨ A little goes a long way—½ tsp thickens 1 cup liquid!

Other Xanthan Gum Uses:

• Gluten-free bread (1 tsp per cup of flour improves elasticity).

• Ice cream (¼ tsp prevents iciness in homemade batches).

• Gravies/sauces (replace cornstarch for clear, glossy texture).

Perfect for allergen-free cooking with pro results