Locust bean gum
Functionality
Locust bean gum is only soluble after heating up to 80 - 90°C, depending on time and mechanical treatment. Used alone, it is a thickener. Viscosity at 1 % ranges from 2000 to 3500 cps.
In the presence of kappa carrageenan and/or xanthan gum, locust bean gum forms a gel. The synergy with kappa carrageenan provides noticeable advantages:
- Reinforcement of the carrageenan gels
- Elastic texture
- Prevention of syneresis.
STRUCTURE OF A GEL COMBINING KAPPA CARRAGEENAN + LOCUST BEAN GUM
Properties:
- Viscosity development after a heating step
- Creates a pleasant texture with a good flavor release
- Strong interaction (gelation) with k-carrageenan, agar and xanthan