Modernist Pantry Ultra-Sperse 3 instant tapioca starch — 400g, cold-water dispersible, freeze-thaw stable

Ultra-Sperse 3 is a cold-water dispersible tapioca starch that delivers instant, lump-free thickening and a creamy, short texture in hot or chilled foods.

Modernist Pantry Ultra-Sperse 3 is an instant tapioca-based starch engineered to dissolve smoothly in both cold and hot liquids. Designed for cooks, food formulators and modernist kitchens, it brings the mouthfeel and stability of a cooked starch without the time or thermal processing. Because it swells in cold water and resists syneresis in refrigerated or frozen products, Ultra-Sperse 3 is especially useful for instant soups, sauces, gravies and ready-to-serve chilled preparations.

How does Ultra-Sperse 3 perform compared with regular tapioca starch?

Unlike native tapioca that needs heat to gelatinize, Ultra-Sperse 3 is pre-modified to hydrate instantly in cold or warm liquids. It creates a smooth, short (slightly tender) texture and avoids the graininess or lumping common with simple starch additions. The product is formulated to keep consistency after cooling and freeze-thaw cycles, improving shelf stability for prepared foods.

• Instant dispersion in cold or hot water — no pre-cooking required
• Short, creamy mouthfeel similar to a cooked starch
• Good stability in refrigerated and frozen applications
• Clean flavor profile that doesn't mask other ingredients

What applications is this starch best suited for?

Ultra-Sperse 3 adapts to a wide range of culinary and industrial uses where instant thickening, a pleasant mouthfeel and freeze/thaw stability are needed. It shines in instant soup mixes, pourable sauces, smooth gravies and modernist recipes that require precise texture control. Chefs also use it in molecular gastronomy for consistent, repeatable results when using cold-set gels or rapid-thickening steps.

• Instant soups and bouillons for smooth texture
• Ready-made sauces, dressings and gravies with clean flavor
• Refrigerated or frozen prepared meals that require stability
• Molecular gastronomy and modernist cooking techniques

How do I use Ultra-Sperse 3 in recipes?

Because it disperses without lumping, you can whisk Ultra-Sperse 3 directly into cold or hot liquids. Typical use rates vary by desired thickness—start low and build to target viscosity—and it integrates well with other stabilizers or seasonings. For powdered mixes, blend it evenly into dry ingredients for rapid reconstitution with water.

• Add gradually while whisking to avoid over-thickening
• Begin with small percentages (0.5–3% depending on texture needed)
• Compatible with other hydrocolloids for tailored mouthfeel
• Mix into dry blends for instant rehydration in consumer products

Is this product certified and suitable for special diets?

Ultra-Sperse 3 is a tapioca-derived starch with certifications and labeling designed for broad consumer acceptance. It carries Orthodox Union (OU) kosher certification and is derived from non-GMO tapioca. The ingredient is vegan and food-grade, making it suitable for many dietary requirements and professional kitchens.

• Orthodox Union (OU) kosher certified
• Non-GMO tapioca origin and vegan-friendly
• Food-grade quality—intended for human consumption
• Packaged in a 400 g (14 oz) container for professional or home use

Who is this for: Ultra-Sperse 3 is aimed at chefs, product developers, and home cooks who need an instant, reliable thickener with a clean flavor and stable texture after chilling or freezing. It benefits creators of instant mixes, ready meals, sauces and anyone exploring modernist techniques who wants the convenience of an instant starch without sacrificing mouthfeel or stability.

Ingredients

100% Food Grade Tapioca Starch