4 key functional ingredients to improve the taste of plant-based foods
March 2022
The market for vegan products has never been bigger than it is today, and it is only going to continue growing. This is an exciting opportunity for innovative food companies looking to introduce new plant-based products. But manufacturers are facing formulation constraints. They need help to strengthen the taste profile of their products in a cost effective way.
This Technical Paper is from OSF Flavors.
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