ExcelGel™ FMI
The injection system is a fine white powder with excellent water binding capabilities that will help retain moisture contained in the meat from point of injection to point of use.
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Ingredient variants
Benefits
Functionality
- Heat stable
- Improves cost-in-use
- Retains moisture
- Increases yield
Other benefits
- Optimized cost-in-use
- Reduced purge
- Easy to dissolve, does not foam
- Improved yield and final appearance
Catalogues
Find inspiration among a variety of related applications
Learn how it is used
Injected and marinated meats
Elevate your meats with high functional protein ingredients for injection and marinade systems. Experience increased tenderness, improved sliceability, and enhanced cohesiveness, thanks to the exceptional gelling properties of our collagen-rich ingredients.
Reformed ham
Functional proteins enhance meat products by improving cohesion, water retention, and texture. Collagen imparts elasticity, enhancing sliceability. Incorporating our proteins in tumbling creates a reformed ham with 150% extension, superior quality, and cost-effective production, eliminating the need for injection. Stay competitive with easy, high-quality solutions.
Capturing global trends and motivating insights
Hybrid - the best of two worlds
A growing number of consumers are adapting some of the principles of the vegetarian kitchen while still enjoying the taste, flavors and nutritional advantages of the traditional kitchen with animal proteins. The trend paves the way for new hybrid ingredient options.
Turning scraps to high value product
Innovative upcycling practices transform waste into valuable products, reduce environmental impact, and maximize resources. From food scraps to animal by-products, this approach drives sustainability and offers new opportunities for ethical consumption, especially with the rising demand for upcycled ingredients.
5 ways of crafting the ultimate protein sandwich
Sandwiches are arguably the most popular choice for consumers on-the-go and are preferred for their versatility and variety. Discover ways of crafting the ultimate sandwich by enhancing every element to bring together a superior specimen that will win in taste and nutrition.
5 ways to turn bacon into a better business
Here are 5 relevant techniques explaining how you can make bacon even more delicious for consumers and more convenient and cost-effective for you as a bacon producer.
Making meat a healthier option
Meat products are still a major source of nutrition in all corners of the globe. Modern consumers are looking more closely at what is contained in the food they choose; therefore, products need to be more label friendly in order to stay ahead of the competition.
Understanding the value of sliceability
Most meat processors must slice their products for display and distribution. There is a direct link between profitability and sliceability with advantages for more and better-looking slices having the most customer appeal.
The importance of yield in meat processing
Yield in meat processing is an important factor that is directly proportional to profits. Functional proteins provide numerous value adding properties that benefit meat processors and consumers.
Clean label solutions for all meats
Get some detailed insights on the various ways in which Essentia solutions can help you achieve clean label claims.
Video: Yield improvement
Take a closer look at the various ways in which using functional proteins in meat processing can lead to improved yield.
Embracing clean and clear labels
Clean and clear labels, now industry standards, focus on natural ingredients and supply chain transparency. Embracing these labels meets consumer demands, enhances trust, and promotes sustainability, allowing informed choices and building loyalty.
5 ways to improve your dried salami
Whatever your motivation, here are 5 ways for you to improve the competitiveness of your dried salami.