Gelespessa - Thickening Powder - 500 g

Sosa Ingredients

Gelespessa 500 g

Natural thickener based on xanthan gum, for cold and hot use

Gelespessa from Sosa Ingredients is a 100% natural origin powdered thickener, obtained by fermentation of corn starch. Its formulation combines maltodextrin and xanthan gum (E415), a technical duo that allows working equally well cold or hot, on aqueous liquids (juices, broths, purees). Precise texture, stable after freezing, neutral taste: it is the versatile thickener par excellence for coulis, sauces, purees, and plating preparations.

Technical characteristics

• • Origin: natural, obtained by fermentation of corn starch
• • Active composition: maltodextrin and xanthan gum (E415)
• • Use cold or hot: dual versatility depending on the recipe
• • Freezing: texture stable after thawing
• • Thermoreversibility: no (definitive gelation)
• • Compatibility: aqueous liquids only (juices, broths, purees, flavored water)
• • Dosage: 6 to 15 g per kg of preparation depending on desired viscosity

Recommended applications

• • Fruit coulis: perfect hold, preserved shine, extended shelf life
• • Hot or cold sauces: sweet (caramel, fruits) or savory (meat juices, gourmet sauces)
• • Sweet or savory purees: structured and homogeneous, without shrinkage
• • Plating garnishes: sauce dots and streaks that hold on the plate
• • Frozen preparations: hold after thawing, ideal for catering services
• • Modern technical cuisine: stabilized emulsions, mousses, foams

Instructions for use

1. Dispersion: incorporate Gelespessa into your liquid preparation (juice, puree, broth) using a whisk or immersion blender to avoid lumps.
2. Work: cold or hot depending on the recipe. The product works in both conditions without prior preparation.
3. Rest: let thicken gradually for a few minutes until the desired texture is reached. The final viscosity stabilizes quickly.
4. Storage: product is not thermoreversible. Once the texture is obtained, it does not return to liquid state even when heated.

Indicative dosage: 6 g/kg for a fluid, coating consistency, 15 g/kg for a thick and firm texture.

Composition and allergens

• • Ingredients: maltodextrin, thickener xanthan gum (E415)
• • Direct allergens: none
• • Possible traces: milk and derivatives (produced in a multipurpose facility)

Product features

• • Brand: Sosa Ingredients
• • Format: 500 g jar, resealable lid
• • Form: Powder
• • Origin: plant-based (corn)
• • Additive code: E415 (xanthan gum)

Technical advantages for professionals

Xanthan gum is valued for three key properties: taste neutrality (does not mask the natural flavors of fruit juice, broth, or puree), freezing stability (no separation after thawing), acid environment stability (compatible with red fruit coulis, citrus, vinaigrettes). It is the chefs' choice in modern technical cuisine for plating that remains stable during service.

Storage: keep in a dry, cool place, protected from moisture. Close the jar tightly after each use to preserve the powder's properties.

To go further

Complete your selection of technical ingredients for professional pastry and cooking:

• • Discover the full SOSA Ingredients range designed for gastronomy professionals.
• • Explore our food additives section for thickening, gelling, and texturing.
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