{"title":"Functional Fibres","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"louis-francois-citrus-fibre","title":"LOUIS FRANCOIS Citrus Fibre – Natural Texturizer and Emulsion Stabilizer","description":"\u003cp\u003eLouis Francois Citrus Fibre is a natural plant-based texturizer and stabilizer made from citrus peels. It helps improve mouthfeel, water retention, suspension, and gloss while keeping a clean-label profile. It is especially useful in acidic recipes, emulsions, beverages, bakery, and plant-based applications where you want better texture without a heavy or artificial feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUse\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisperse gradually into hot or cold preparations while stirring, or premix with other dry ingredients to reduce clumping. Its strong hydration capacity helps support both water binding and emulsion stability across a wide range of recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Dosage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTexturizing \/ water absorption: 1.0–2.0%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmulsion stabilization: 0.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdjust to suit the recipe and the texture you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications \/ Practical Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStabilizes pulp and improves mouthfeel in juices and beverages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds body and shine to sauces, dressings, emulsions, and fruit glazes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves moisture retention in bakery and gluten-free doughs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports structure in fruit preparations, purées, and soft gels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps create smoother textures in plant-based dairy or meat alternatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful in vegan mayonnaise, fibre-enriched sauces, and suspended beverage systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eObservations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite to light brownish powder with a mild citrus aroma and a neutral taste. It has high water-binding capacity and helps improve shine, suspension, and texture. It is plant-based, clean-label, and allergen-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDifferences from Other Ingredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with many vegetable fibres, Citrus Fibre offers better performance in acidic systems and can deliver good suspension and gloss at relatively low usage. It is a strong choice when you want a more refined texture and clean-label stabilization in low-pH or plant-based formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural fibre extracted from citrus peels, typically orange and lemon.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Louis Francois","offers":[{"title":"80g","offer_id":45831212957940,"sku":"","price":16.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":45831212925172,"sku":"10285","price":113.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1260\/2953\/files\/LOUISFRANCOISCitrusFibre1.jpg?v=1774736659"},{"product_id":"sosa-natur-emul-500g","title":"SOSA Natur Emul, 500g","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSosa Natur Emul is a citrus fibre powder with xanthan that has moisturizing, stabilizing and emulsifying properties.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal in confectionery and sauces to substitute fats, also as a beverage stabilizer and texture enhancer, providing the sensation of pulp in the mouth. It is a perfect sauce thickener and sponge cake and batters emulsifier.   It emulsifies with a high pH range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix in one of the two phases (water or fat) of the preparation and integrate into the other phase, mixing continuously until you get the right emulsion.  For optimal use, mix Natur Emul with a whipped mass, or with cold and hot liquid. It is heat resistant and can be frozen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRemarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dispersible in fats or aqueous liquids. Helps to reduce fat content like egg yolk in different sweet and savoury preparations. Prevents syneresis in freezing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElaborations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mayonnaise without egg, creams, ganaches, whipped doughs (sponges in general), fermented doughs (bread and derivatives), ice creams and drinks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended Dosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 0.5 - 2%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for vegetarians, vegans and coeliacs. Kosher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllergens: No allergens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct of Spain.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSosa Ingredients is one of the leading manufacturers of premium ingredients for gastronomy and pastry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sosa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45831203553524,"sku":"38850","price":85.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1260\/2953\/products\/SOSANaturEmul_500g.jpg?v=1593382209"},{"product_id":"louis-francois-flax-fibre","title":"LOUIS FRANCOIS Flax Fibre – Natural Thickener and Binder for Versatile Use, 1kg","description":"\u003cp\u003eLouis Francois Flax Fibre is a plant-based binder, thickener, and texturizer made from flax seeds. It helps improve structure, moisture retention, and mouthfeel in a wide range of applications, including sorbets, sauces, egg-free baking, and plant-based savoury recipes. It is especially useful when you want a clean-label ingredient that adds body without adding noticeable flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUse\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd gradually while stirring to help prevent clumping. It can be used in both hot and cold preparations, and its thickening effect increases with heat, which makes it especially useful in warm or cooked recipes. In dry mixes, it can be blended with other dry ingredients before liquids are added.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Dosage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse as needed, typically around 1 to 3% depending on the application and the texture you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications \/ Practical Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSorbets and ice creams for smoother texture and better control of ice crystals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEgg-free baking as a natural binder and emulsifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoothies and drinks for added body and stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuffins, granola bars, and breads for better moisture retention and structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSauces and dressings for natural thickening and a creamier texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant-based burgers, patties, and fillings for better binding and a more cohesive texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eObservations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlax Fibre is a fine whitish powder that is odourless and neutral in taste. It is plant-based, gluten-free, vegan, and positioned as an allergen-friendly ingredient. Its viscosity increases with temperature, which can be helpful in cooked applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDifferences from Other Fibres\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with other natural fibres used for thickening or binding, Flax Fibre is positioned as more efficient for creating smooth, creamy textures with strong viscosity control, especially in heated preparations. It is also a useful alternative to animal-based or more synthetic binders in plant-based and clean-label formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant fibre obtained from flax seeds (Linum usitatissimum).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Louis Francois","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46338774204660,"sku":"10287","price":124.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1260\/2953\/files\/LOUISFRANCOISFlaxFibre.jpg?v=1743804070"}],"url":"https:\/\/supplies.gusta.ca\/collections\/functional-fibres.oembed","provider":"Gusta Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}