Lupin-based alt-protein ingredient aims to improve flavor and functionality of alt-meat products.
Food scientists at Wide Open Agriculture have been working to unlock plant-based protein from lupin beans, a yellow legume.
The company has developed a method of “unfolding” the lupin protein, which allows the ingredient to trap water and flavors and form a gel, useful properties for creating alt-meat products.
“Lupins are sort of the unsung…
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