Leguminous starch treated with n-octenylsuccinate anhydride (OSA) or mixture of at least one leguminous starch treated with OSA and at least one modified starch from other sources in a weight ratio of 99:1 to 1:99, preferably 70:30 to 30:70, is new. An independent claim is included for a gelatinized confectionery comprising the leguminous starch or the mixture and one or more sweeteners.
