Is gomme de gellane vegan?
Gomme de gellane is a vegan food ingredient.
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"You are amazing, this has saved me so much time when grocery shopping!"
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— Ashe, a Vegan For Beginners Facebook Group member
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So, what is gomme de gellane?
Gomme de gellane, also known as gellan gum, is a food ingredient that is derived from naturally occurring bacteria. It is a versatile and commonly used thickener, stabilizer, and gelling agent in the food industry. Gellan gum can be used in a wide range of products, including dairy, beverages, desserts, sauces, and dressings. It is a vegan and gluten-free alternative to traditional thickeners like gelatin, making it popular in the plant-based and allergen-free food markets. Gomme de gellane has unique properties that allow it to form gels with excellent clarity and stability, making it a valuable ingredient in many food formulations.
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