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Arrowroot powder substitutes for keto
5 options, ranked, with the exact amount
Use Xanthan gum
A quarter of the amount of arrowroot powder
For keto, the best arrowroot powder substitutes are Xanthan Gum (¼:1), Psyllium Husk Powder (1:1), or Ground Flaxseed (1:1). Each provides thickening without carbs.
- Best for —
- keto cooking
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Ranked| # | Substitute | Instead of arrowroot powder |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Xanthan gumketo cooking | ¼ × the amount |
| 2 | Psyllium husk powderketo cooking | Same amount |
| 3 | Ground flaxseedketo cooking | Same amount |
| 4 | Chia seedsketo cooking | Same amount |
| 5 | Almond flourketo cooking | 2 × the amount |
Xanthan gum
neutral taste · thickening, binding
Powdered gum that provides excellent thickening properties with zero carbs. Good for keto cooking and baking.
- Best for
- keto cooking, when you want zero carbs, thickening, binding, gluten-free baking
- Carbs
- 0g per serving
Xanthan gum provides excellent thickening properties with zero carbs. Use ¼ the amount of arrowroot powder. Good for keto recipes.
Psyllium husk powder
neutral taste · thickening, binding
Fiber powder that provides thickening properties with minimal carbs. Good for keto cooking and baking.
- Best for
- keto cooking, when you want fiber, thickening, binding, gluten-free baking
- Carbs
- minimal
Psyllium husk powder provides thickening properties with minimal carbs. Use in equal amounts to arrowroot powder. Good for keto recipes.
Ground flaxseed
nutty
Ground flaxseeds that provide thickening properties with healthy fats. Good for keto cooking and baking.
- Best for
- keto cooking, when you want healthy fats, thickening, binding, gluten-free baking
- Texture
- thickening, binding
- Carbs
- low
Ground flaxseed provides thickening properties with healthy fats. Use in equal amounts to arrowroot powder. Good for keto recipes.
Chia seeds
neutral taste · thickening, binding
Small seeds that provide thickening properties when ground. Good for keto cooking and baking.
- Best for
- keto cooking, when you want healthy fats, thickening, binding, gluten-free baking
- Carbs
- low
Chia seeds provide thickening properties when ground. Use in equal amounts to arrowroot powder. Good for keto recipes.
Almond flour
nutty
Ground almonds that provide thickening properties with healthy fats. Good for keto cooking and baking.
- Best for
- keto cooking, when you want healthy fats, thickening, binding, gluten-free baking
- Texture
- thickening, binding
- Carbs
- low
Almond flour provides thickening properties with healthy fats. Use twice the amount of arrowroot powder. Good for keto recipes.
How it behaves in this recipe
For keto cooking, arrowroot powder substitutes must provide thickening properties without carbohydrates. The recommended substitutes work because they are low-carb or zero-carb alternatives that can provide similar functionality in keto recipes.
Tips for substituting arrowroot powder
7 tips- Arrowroot powder is not keto-friendly as it contains carbs
- Use xanthan gum for zero-carb thickening in keto recipes
- Psyllium husk powder provides fiber and thickening for keto
- Ground flaxseed adds healthy fats and thickening for keto
- Chia seeds provide omega-3s and thickening for keto
- Almond flour adds protein and healthy fats for keto
- Store keto substitutes in airtight containers to prevent rancidity
Notes on arrowroot powder
- Combine different keto thickeners for balanced properties
- Use keto thickeners for only part of the thickening in a recipe
- Add extra binding agents like eggs for better structure
- Use keto thickeners in recipes specifically designed for them
Questions
5 questionsIs arrowroot powder keto-friendly?
No, arrowroot powder is not keto-friendly as it contains carbs. Use xanthan gum, psyllium husk powder, or ground flaxseed instead.
What's the best keto substitute for arrowroot powder?
Xanthan gum works best for keto as it provides excellent thickening properties with zero carbs. Use ¼ the amount of arrowroot powder.
Can I use psyllium husk powder instead of arrowroot powder on keto?
Yes, psyllium husk powder can work as a keto substitute for arrowroot powder. It provides thickening properties with minimal carbs and added fiber.
Why is arrowroot powder not keto-friendly?
Arrowroot powder is not keto-friendly because it contains carbohydrates, which can kick you out of ketosis. It's made from starchy arrowroot plant roots.
How do I thicken sauces on keto without arrowroot powder?
Use xanthan gum for zero-carb thickening, or psyllium husk powder for fiber-rich thickening. Both work well in keto sauces and gravies.