Case: Plant-based protein products
Getting texture right for a better bite
How biosolutions are transforming the taste and texture of plant-based food products
95% of consumers see possibilities for improvement in plant-based food products
Biosolutions have the potential to redefine the consumer experience by improving the texture and at the same time enabling a more consumer-friendly label. Two areas which are still hindering the widespread adoption of plant-based proteins.
The challenge
When tradition turns to innovation
As the global population grows, the demand for high-quality, affordable protein sources increases. Poultry farmers especially face significant hurdles in meeting this demand. With feed costs accounting for up to 70% of total production expenses, improving feed efficiency is crucial for economic reasons. Traditional methods of enhancing broiler growth and health have reached their limits, calling for innovative solutions that can address both productivity and environmental concerns.
The solution
Perfect texture
Novonesis has developed a biosolution designed to unlock the hidden potential of plant materials. This innovative biosolution crosslinks plant proteins, creating a firm protein gel network. The result is perfect texture and a meat-like bite across a wide range of plant-based protein products. Our biosolution enables manufacturers to not only enhance texture but also to eliminate the need for methylcellulose and other hydrocolloids, leading to cleaner labels.
The benefits
Full satisfaction
Biosolutions improve plant-based protein production by offering a comprehensive solution to key industry challenges. Our biosolution’s remarkable ability to maintain ideal texture across various temperature ranges ensures a consistent, enjoyable experience from freezer to plate. And their vegan-friendly composition, free from animal-derived ingredients, perfectly matches consumer preferences and is ideal for consumers with vegan diets.
Key facts and benefits
of consumers want improvements to plant-based protein products. Biosolutions can help.
consumers dislike is texture. Biosolutions help food makers improve texture and taste.
animal-derived ingredients. With biosolutions, plant-based food products can reach more consumers.
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Let’s nourish a growing world together
Biology has always been a fundamental part of creating food – and today it holds the potential to transform every step of our food value chain.
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