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xanthan

n. (context carbohydrate English) A polysaccharide, consisting of galactose and mannose residues, produced by the bacterium (taxlink Xanthomonas campestris species noshow=1)

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Usage examples of "xanthan".

Stir it up, thicken the chili a little with the guar or xanthan if you think it needs it, and serve with sour cream, shredded cheese, and chopped cilantro on top.

Splenda, and guar or xanthan in a blender, and puree the whole thing together.