Tara Gum - 700g - Sosa

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Tara Gum (Goma Tara) – Natural Thickener & Stabiliser – Sosa
Format: 700g Jar

Tara Gum is a natural polysaccharide extracted from the seeds of the Caesalpinia spinosa tree. A versatile texturising agent, it acts as a premium thickener and stabiliser to provide body and structural integrity to all types of liquids. Highly valued in professional kitchens of the HORECA sector, it is specifically used to reduce syneresis (water loss) and improve the shelf-life stability of sauces and dairy preparations.

  • Usage: Thickener, stabiliser, and protective agent (sauces, sugar paste, marzipan).
  • Properties: Reduces syneresis, enhances texture without altering flavour, prevents lump formation.
  • Dosage: 1g to 8g / kg.
  • Dietary: 100% Natural Origin (Clean Label), Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free. Kosher and Halal Suitable (without certification).

Natural Stability and Smoothness

Sosa Tara Gum is a technical ingredient positioned between locust bean gum and guar gum, offering a smooth texture and excellent flavour release. It is the ideal tool for chefs looking to stabilise emulsions or protect the structure of their sauces and gels over time.

Why Choose Tara Gum?

  • Moisture Control: Its primary benefit is its ability to bind water effectively, which significantly reduces syneresis issues. Your sauces and gels remain homogenous for longer without "weeping" or water separation.
  • Application Versatility: While perfect for liquids, it can also be used in decorative pastry (sugar paste, marzipan) to improve flexibility and act as a protective coating.
  • Uniform Texture: It provides a smooth, lump-free viscosity, delivering a very pleasant and clean mouthfeel.

Implementation Advice

  • Mixing Precautions: Always mix Tara Gum with the other solid ingredients in your recipe (sugar, flour, etc.) before incorporating it into the liquid. Golden Rule: Never pour liquid onto the powder to avoid the formation of stubborn lumps.
  • Thermal Activation: For perfect dissolution and optimal activation of its properties, the preparation must be heated to 75-80°C while stirring vigorously.
  • Cold Use: While it can be dispersed in cold liquids, its full thickening power is only revealed after heating.

Technical Characteristics

Indicator Detail
Origin Natural (Seeds of Caesalpinia spinosa)
Recommended Dosage 1 - 8 g / kg
Activation Heating to 75-80°C
Key Benefit Syneresis reduction

Allergens: May contain usual traces of nuts, soy, eggs, sulphites, milk, mustard, sesame, peanuts, and celery due to the shared packaging environment.

Delivery times mentioned on each product only concern shipments in France:

  • 24/48h delivery: This product is currently in stock and will be shipped within 24 hours.  This delivery time is valid only for shipments in Metropolitan France.  The estimated delivery time for Corsica is of 3 to 5 working days.
  • Delivery from 3 to 10 working days: This product requires restocking.  It will be shipped within 3 to 10 days according to the time mentioned on the product sheet. If you have an emergency or mandatory reception date, please contact us by email or phone.
  • Orders placed before 12:00 noon will be shipped the same day (for order containing only products available in 24/48h).

Foreign countries: 

  • European countries: Estimated delivery time between 5 and 10 working days.
  • Switzerland: Estimated delivery time between 5 and 10 working days.

For a precise estimate of delivery times or for delivery outside of EU/Switzerland, please contact us.