Xanthan gum

Vegetable xanthan gum is made by fermenting sugar with the bacterium Xanthomonas campestris. This results in a gel that is dried and turned into a powder for use in cooking. Xanthan gum may significantly thicken a liquid in very small amounts.

It's important to keep in mind that excessive consumption may create digestive problems for some people. However, if you use it as a thickener, you probably won't eat very much of it. It is advised to add xanthan gum gradually and in modest amounts. It's important to use just the right amount; else, the liquid might get a little slimy. Although xanthan gum powder may be used with any liquid, regardless of temperature, it may have problems hydrating if the liquid is overly sugary. When making sweets with a lot of processed sugar, keep this in mind.