Pea-based TVP (minced, 55% protein)

Minced pea-based TVP (textured vegetable protein) is an extruded form of Pea Protein Concentrate, containing at least 55% protein. It is widely used not only in vegan meat alternatives but also in the growing segment of hybrid meat products, where it helps reduce costs and minimize environmental impact of the finished product. The base recipe can be enriched with spices and flavors to create a more complex taste profile. This product is gluten-free.

Functional properties and Applications

During extrusion, shear forces generate a fibrous texture that replicates the bite of meat. TVP demonstrates excellent water-binding and water-holding capacity, which helps to reduce cooking losses and enables it to retain flavor components in hybrid recipes. Thanks to extrusion cooking, the proteins in TVP are highly digestible.

For food processors and commercial kitchens in the foodservice sector, TVP offers both versatility and cost-efficiency, making it suitable for a wide range of applications, including:

-            Gyros-style meat analogues
-            Vegan chicken nuggets
-            Hybrid meatballs, patties, and sausages
-            Hybrid bolognese sauces
-            Muesli inclusions-            Protein bars
-            Garnishes for instant soups