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Proteus® — Functional Proteins for Meat and Poultry Processors
Proteus® functional proteins are derived from meat and produced in our inspected facility. Using our patented technology, Proteus helps improve yield in meat and poultry which helps improve moisture retention. Helping to reduce formulation cost and retain margins–all with a clean label.
Muscle proteins in meat and poultry are large, highly structured molecules that prevent them from interacting with water or other proteins.
Proteus helps expands the myofibrillar protein structure to expose natural water or protein binding sites that were previously hidden improving the water-holding capacity, allowing for increased moisture retention and improved yield.
Our functional proteins are available in chicken, turkey, beef, pork, and fish for a variety of cuts and applications. It can be applied by direct addition, tumble/marinade, or injection, similar to traditional brines.
As consumers pay closer attention to labels, it is imperative that meat and poultry manufacturers search for clean label meat ingredients. Since Proteus is derived from whole muscle protein and is cut specific, it does not negatively impact your labels, when used as directed. For example, Proteus for use in chicken breast is derived from chicken breast, and for use in pork belly is derived from pork belly.
Proteus also provides increased cook yields with reduced sodium contribution as compared to sodium phosphates or high levels of salt. In additon, Proteus is allergen free, making it a great alternative to traditional fillers that are often labeled allergens, such as soy.
Today's meat and poultry consumers have never had more information at their fingertips, making them savvier than ever when it comes to food choices. Cost and convenience have become top-of-mind considerations, leaving meat and poultry manufacturers with the challenging task of producing high-quality meats at lower prices.
See how Proteus acts as a meat block component in all-beef frankfurters to help improve yields and reduce formulation costs, without impacting sensory characteristics.
Download this technical literature to see the results.
Our Technical Services Team has over 50 years of experience in formulation, processing, and operations, providing guidance and support through testing and the scale up process. Whether your goal is to reduce cost, clean up your labels, or improve yield, the experts at Kemin can help determine the right application rates and order of addition to ensure your product's quality.
Regulatory compliance varies by region. Consult with your regulatory representative for specific applications and labeling.
See how Proteus can help improve your meat and poultry products, contact us to request a sample.
