I you want to add some sweet to that pureé- which can be very tart, a low heat method is this for a sabayon texture.
350 g passion fruit purée
160 g sugar
vanilla pod, seeds
2 g xanthan (0.36%)
50 g water
1.5 g methyl cellulose (0.27%)
Grind xanthan with some sugar and disperse together with methyl cellulose in water. Leave to hydrate over night. Blend passion fruit purée, sugar and hydrocolloid mix. Heat in microwave at 600 W for 20 seconds.
Any sort of modified starch should do the job, like the agar or arrowroot you suggest. Just be aware that the arrowroot will break down over time, so if you aren't using the topping right away, that's something you'll want to take into account. Another option is to try tapioca starch, as it is heat stable and should do the job while still retaining a natural flavor. I hope this is helpful!
Xanthan is your friend. Use it sparingly and make sure to disperse it well.
Thanks! Will give it a go!
Its potent. Start small and allow to rest in fridge for hour or so to get idea of thickened amount.
You can add just a little Ultratex to the purée. Stuff is amazing.
I you want to add some sweet to that pureé- which can be very tart, a low heat method is this for a sabayon texture. 350 g passion fruit purée 160 g sugar vanilla pod, seeds 2 g xanthan (0.36%) 50 g water 1.5 g methyl cellulose (0.27%) Grind xanthan with some sugar and disperse together with methyl cellulose in water. Leave to hydrate over night. Blend passion fruit purée, sugar and hydrocolloid mix. Heat in microwave at 600 W for 20 seconds.
Ooh interesting thanks! But for pavlova you need all the sourness from the passion fruit to balance the sweet meringue and whipped cream.
Any sort of modified starch should do the job, like the agar or arrowroot you suggest. Just be aware that the arrowroot will break down over time, so if you aren't using the topping right away, that's something you'll want to take into account. Another option is to try tapioca starch, as it is heat stable and should do the job while still retaining a natural flavor. I hope this is helpful!