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Gluten free bread

I am trying to make a batch of gluten free bread and the recipe calls for xanthan gum. I do not have any, but do have guar gum. Is that a substitution I can make?

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KAF_Frank
  • Reply by KAF_Frank on February 18, 2012 at 3:07 pm
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Hi Carol,
The generally accepted substitution is 1:1. HOWEVER, frequently Guar Gum is much more finely ground than Xanthan. A 1:1 substitution may be too much. This needs to be approached as an experiment.

In my limited experience using Guar Gum, I think using 25% less Guar is the better place to begin. Too much Guar or Xanthan can make the finished item very gummy and too moist. Give it a try. Frank @ KAF.