Derived from seaweed, red algae, found in salt water, this pale, fine-ground powder is a colorless and tasteless vegan gelling agent also known as Kanten, a Japanese gelatin. It can be used in many recipes as a vegan substitute for gelatin, cornstarch, xanthan gum, guar gum, and arrowroot powder to produce a desired texture. From jams and jelly to a range of desserts this powder is a plant-based alternative to all your gelatin needs. Check out our back of bag recipe and head over to our recipe page for more!