Cornstarch is a good xanthan gum substitute and is used as a thickening agent in sauces, soups and gravies. Both Cornstarch and Arrowroot can be used in a 1:1 ration when replacing Xanthan Gum. Agar Agar Agar-Agar is derived from red algae and can be used as a thickener for soups,...
my grandson is allergic to eggs and my daughter has read somewhere that xanthan gum and guar gum have egg white in them is this true?and can you suggest an egg replacement that actually works? thanks irene Byelsi— On Jan 28, 2008 ...