Substituting xanthan gum for flour [closed]

My recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of flour, how much xanthan gum should I use?

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Best Answer

Xanthan is not necessarily a substitute for flour. We would need to know what your recipe is to give you the best answer. Xanthan increases viscosity when at rest, but thins when stirred (shear thinning). It is most often used to stabilize emulsions. It also reduces syneresis (the weeping of liquid from gels or purees. It can be used as a binder in gluten free recipes. There are a range of concentrations depending on the desired effect, but they generally don't go over 1.5% of the weight of the total recipe.

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Can I use xanthan gum in place of flour?

While there's no specific formula per se, we start with 1/4 teaspoon of xanthan gum for every 1 cup of flour in a recipe.

How much xanthan gum do I substitute for flour?

The rule of thumb for using xanthan gum is 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon per 1 cup of flour.

How much xanthan gum do I use for 2 cups of gluten free flour?

Bread and pizza dough recipes: Add 1 teaspoon xanthan gum or guar gum per cup of gluten-free flour. Cake, muffin, and quick bread recipes: Add 1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum or guar gum per 1 cup of gluten-free flour used.

What happens if you use too much xanthan gum?

Xanthan gum is safe when up to 15 grams per day are taken. It can cause some side effects such as intestinal gas (flatulence) and bloating. People who are exposed to xanthan gum powder might experience flu-like symptoms, nose and throat irritation, and lung problems.

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