The June 2018 issue of Prepared Foods features our cover story on new sources for starches, flours, and gums. Other features include how Asian cuisine is experiencing another boom, the role potatoes are playing in ethnic cuisines, and much more!
Traditional sources for starches, gums, and flours are experiencing a shift in focus as the industry seeks new ingredients to satisfy consumers. As interest in healthier products, increased protein composition, and cleaner labels increases, natural ingredients and gluten-free options are in high demand.
Vitamins, minerals, beta-glucans, antioxidants, oligosaccharides, probiotics, and plant compounds all do their part to help build the immune system and keep us active and replete with the energy needed to get through the day—and life.
Edible flowers are incredibly diverse in flavor and fragrance, allowing formulators plenty of leeway to experiment and innovate with the pretty, delicate ingredients.
Presenters at Prepared Foods’ R&D Applications Seminars discussed sources of flavor—from proteins, natural sources, heat—and even how to bridge the "flavor gap."
June 21, 2018
Although the FDA is looking to define "natural" as it pertains to food products in general, the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) does define "natural flavor" in current regulations.
Potatoes are a globally-inspired ingredient that are central to some of the hottest ethnic cuisines, from Indian to Latin to Asian and African. A blank canvas for creativity, potatoes beautifully absorb flavorful sauces and curries.