Company insight
Plants in disguise F
aravelli is primarily known as a global distribution specialist. However, over the years, the
company’s core business has broadened to encompass the production of functional systems and stabiliser blends for the food industry. Based on hydrocolloids, FARA functional systems and stabiliser blends are conceived to meet customers’ specific requirements, in terms of texture and stability, and make recipes and formulations feasible and cost-effective. The blends include emulsifiers, natural hydrocolloids and functional ingredients that give foods and beverages unique characteristics, for example, a well- defined structure, good resistance to thermal stress, improved consistency, or a characteristic taste. FARA functional systems can be used in the most varied sectors of the food industry. One rapidly growing trend, the plant-based diet favours the consumption of plant-based foods, such as fruit and vegetables, but also nuts, seeds and oils, whole grains, and legumes. In addition, although not biologically classified as plants, mushroom and algae products are also included in the definition. According to a 2017 Mintel study, which is also collected by the Plant Based Foods Association (PBFA), taste is the main driver in consumer decision-making. Therefore, it is important to offer products on the market that are not only healthy but also have the organoleptic characteristics that consumers are looking for.
Respond and innovate
Faravelli recently developed a range of functional systems purposely dedicated to the vegan and vegetarian markets: Faramix HH105 is the latest launch dedicated to vegetarian meat alternatives. Within the plant-based diet, the ‘meat-no-
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With meat eaters looking to try plant-based alternatives, ingredients suppliers are under pressure to provide alternatives that don’t compromise on taste and texture. Faravelli has launched a stabiliser blend that does just that, offering consumers a meaty taste in meat-free products.
The FARA functional systems can be used to provide meat-like texture and taste.
meat’ category is growing just as fast and responds to the needs and sensitivities of a growing consumer segment. Plant-based meat is produced directly from plants. Like animal meat, it is composed of proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals and water. The new generation of plant-based meat looks, cooks, and tastes just like conventional meat. Faramix HH105 has been designed to obtain ‘meat-no-meat’ products with visual characteristics and compactness that are identical to classic ones. Pre- formed dishes (burgers, meatballs, sausages) are then so juicy and meaty that people won’t believe they are made from plants. The FARAburger is unlike other plant- based burgers on the market as it is made from 100% vegetables, provides fewer
calories and zero fat. The stabiliser blend used is so unique because of the neutral taste and no flavouring, making the product very adaptable to different tastes. It is also incredibly similar to meat in appearance, compactness and texture, without syneresis.
Furthermore, the high versatility of the blend means it can be adapted to the most diverse recipes and format requirements, while maintaining its juiciness and fat-free characteristics. With Faramix HH105 foods, they are not only high in protein, but they help move towards sustainability by generating less greenhouse gas emissions, less impact on land use, less energy and water consumption. ●
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