Roquette Unveils New Extension to its NUTRALYS Pea Protein Range

Roquette is pushing the frontiers of the plant protein market by launching four multi-functional pea proteins designed to improve taste, texture and creativity in plant-based food and high-protein nutritional products. By further expanding its established NUTRALYS plant protein portfolio, the leading ingredients company is bringing a host of new and improved application opportunities to the table for food manufacturers.

The four pea protein ingredients – NUTRALYS Pea F853M (isolate), NUTRALYS H85 (hydrolysate), NUTRALYS T Pea 700FL (textured) and NUTRALYS T Pea 700M (textured) – have been specifically created to address challenges commonly encountered when developing foods and beverages with plant proteins. These latest innovations present new format and formulation options, offering refined textures and high protein content for end products, such as nutritional bars, protein drinks, plant-based meat and dairy alternatives.

When it comes to plant-based food consumption, 32% of consumers say they don’t want to compromise on texture. However, creating gel-like structures under heat with pea proteins can be a challenge, negatively impacting the texture of finished products. To overcome these challenges and support brands globally, Roquette offers NUTRALYS Pea F853M, a pea protein isolate which increases firmness and thickness thanks to its uniquely high gel strength. The high moisture extrusion process enables food manufacturers to explore a more diversified offering in meat alternatives and opens the door to new applications in plant-based spreads and desserts.

For those seeking to develop plant-based products packed with protein, Roquette introduces its first food-grade hydrolyzed pea protein – NUTRALYS H85. Creating a soft bite when increasing protein content in nutritional bars is key. With NUTRALYS H85, snack bar manufacturers can obtain a consistent and cohesive dough, and achieve a smooth texture that remains throughout the product’s shelf life. This new ingredient, which is available worldwide, is ideal for beverages too, allowing drink producers to increase protein content while maintaining a low viscosity. Whether used in bar or beverage formats, NUTRALYS H85 offers manufacturers the option to expand their product portfolios with high protein, tasty nutritional formulations.