To celebrate the release of long-awaited documentary Seaspiracy, vegconomist takes an in-depth look at the latest news from around the global alt-seafood scene. We highlight the most recent developments and spotlight those in the industry who are working towards a better future for our oceans.
Loryma Unveils New Plant-Based Fat Solutions for Juicy Meat Analogs with Low-Calorie Bonus
Plant-based fats often differ from their animal counterparts in behavior during production and preparation, presenting challenges for manufacturers. To address this problem, German ingredients specialist Loryma has developed three wheat-based specific solutions — “all with a low-calorie content” — for fat reproduction that provide both processing and nutritional benefits, including reducing fat content in meat analogs while mimicking texture. These new solutions cater to specific fat applications and product requirements in meat analogs, including tender melts, firm sliceable textures, and visually appealing “visible fat” content. Norbert Klein, Head of Research and Development at Loryma, comments, “Our compounds and blends offer advantages not only in terms of product quality and nutritional value but also for the efficient and targeted creation of new trend products.” Clean label & low-calorie …
