{"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":118.0,"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\/products\/louis-francois-flax-fibre","provider":"Gusta Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}