Plant-based meat is typically made from a combination of ingredients designed to mimic the texture, flavor, and appearance of animal meat. Common ingredients include
Pea protein (used in brands like Beyond Meat)
Soy protein (used in Impossible Foods and many others)
Wheat gluten (seitan)
Rice or mung bean protein
Coconut oil: Provides juiciness and mouthfeel
Sunflower or canola oil: Adds moisture and richness
Methylcellulose: Helps hold the ingredients together
Starches: Improve texture and stability
Yeast extracts: Add umami flavor
Smoke flavors or spices: Enhance the meaty taste
Heme (from soy or fermentation in Impossible Foods): Mimics the iron-rich taste of real meat
5. Colors
Beet juice or annatto: Creates a red color similar to raw meat
Apple extract: Simulates the browning effect during cooking
6. Other Additives
Fiber: Adds bulk and improves texture
Preservatives: Extends shelf life
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