[Latin Name] Amorphophallus konjac

[Plant Source] from China

[Specifications] Glucomannan85%-90%

[Appearance] White or cream-color powder

Plant Part Used:Root

[Particle size] 120 Mesh

[Loss on drying] ≤10.0%

[Heavy Metal] ≤10PPM

[Storage] Store in cool & dry area, keep away from the direct light and heat.

[Shelf life] 24 Months

[Package] Packed in paper-drums and two plastic-bags inside.

[Net weight] 25kgs/drum

[Introduction]

Konjac is a plant that is found in China, Japan and Indonesia. The plant is part of the genus Amorphophallus. Typically, it thrives in the warmer regions of Asia.

The extract of the Konjac root is referred to as Glucomannan. Glucomannan is a fiber-like substance traditionally used in food recipes, but now it is utilized as an alternative means of weight loss. Along with this benefit, konjac extract contains other benefits for the rest of the body as well.

The main material of the natural konjac gum is fresh konjac, which grow in virgin forest in Hubei area. We use advanced method to distill the KGM, aminophenol, Ca, Fe, Se which are good for health. Konjac is known as“ the seventh nutriment for human”.

Konjac Gum with its special water holiding capacity, stability, emulsibility, thickening property,suspension property and gel propery can especially adopted in food industry.

[Main Function]

1.It could reduce postprandial glycemia, blood cholesterol and blood pressure.

2.It could control appetite and reduce body weight.

3.It could increase insulin sensitivity.
4.It could control insulin resistant syndrome and diabetesII development.
5.It could reduce heart disease.

[Application]

1) Gelatinizer(jelly, pudding, Cheese, soft candy, jam );

2) Stabilizer(meat, beer);

3) Film Former(capsule, preservative)

4) Water-keeping agent( Baked Foodstuff );

5) Thickener (Konjac Noodles, Konjac Stick, Konjac Slice, Konjac Imitating Food stuff);

6) Adherence agent( Surimi );

7) Foam Stabilizer (ice cream, cream, beer)

This vegan cheese base can be used to create a sauce that is perfect for nachos, dips, fondue, etc. This base can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 months or in the freezer for 6 months.

1 cup nutritional yeast
3/4 cup raw cashews
1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds
1/4 cup rolled oats
2 tbsp arrowroot
2 tsp dry mustard
2 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp onion powder
2 tsp salt
1 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp smoked paprika

Combine all ingredients in a food processor until ground to a fine powder. Store in a plastic bag in the refrigerator or freezer.

To make cheese sauce: Combine 1 cup of non-dairy milk and combine 1/2 cup of cheese base in a sauce pan. Bring to simmer and whisk until thick and smooth.

Try any of the following add-ins to create different cheese sauce flavors:

Jalapeño Sauce: Combine chopped jalapeños into the cheese sauce.
Chili Sauce: Combine chili powder, tamari or soy sauce, and liquid smoke into cheese sauce.
Salsa Cheese Sauce: Mix in salsa into a cup cheese sauce.
“Meat” and Salsa Sauce: Sautee onions and garlic in olive oil. Add in vegan “meat” crumbles and sauté for an additional 5 minutes. Add salsa. Perfect for NACHOS!!!

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