EPIC-SHIFT Researchers Map 28 Alternative Protein Ingredients to Their Best-Fit Food Applications

The EU-funded EPIC-SHIFT project led by Spain's CNTA mapped 28 alternative protein ingredients to their best-fit food applications using a novel approach focused on each protein's techno-functional profile rather than simply replacing one protein with another. The research prioritised ingredient suitability, regulatory approval, availability, and industry relevance, selecting microalgae over macroalgae for prototype development due to better protein content, functional performance, and consumer acceptance.

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