With more than three out of four consumers worldwide claiming to read ingredient labels, it has become critical that food and beverage manufacturers offer clean-label products consumers can trust.
The Mushroom Benefit fuses mushroom functionality and umami taste into a convenient crunchy snack
June 25, 2019
Umamis Crunchy Snacks are manufactured using traditional extrusion technology applied with novel adaptations that yields a generous 40g-equivalent hit of fresh mushrooms per serving.
Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is one of the most beloved and vilified ingredients in history
March 15, 2019
Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is a pantry staple across the globe, yet the subject of skepticism in the US where stigmas prevail despite extensive research proving its safety.
Healthy craveability is the new “Holy Grail” for innovation
November 5, 2018
While past discussions about craveability generally revolved around the fundamental influences of great taste, umami has rapidly established itself as an impactful way to create delicious, savory innovations.
Salt of the Earth introduces all-natural, sodium-reduction ingredient based on vegetable extracts and sea salt
September 4, 2018
Ranch dressing is one of the most popular salad dressings and dipping sauces in the US, yet previous efforts to get rid of MSG in this classic salad dressing and dip have been unsuccessful until now.
Culinary, chef-driven solutions help Lycored demonstrate its natural ingredient capabilities to enhance flavor and reduce sodium
August 21, 2018
A carrot and apple soup demonstrated how SANTE can reduce salt and cream; while a roasted red pepper sauce with SANTE and CTC contained lower tomato paste and heavy cream. The third concept was a Tom Yum soup with reduced sweetened condensed milk, coconut milk and soy sauce.
Salt of the Earth says its Mediterranean Umami also is effective for sugar reduction
March 27, 2018
Salt of the Earth conducted a number of successful trials on several sauces with high sugar and salt content. In a standard ketchup recipe, Mediterranean Umami was able to reduce sodium by 30%, and sugar by 25% while maintaining an identical organoleptic profile.