Microbial lysates repurposed as liquid egg substitutes.

NPJ Sci Food

Metabolic and Biomolecular Engineering National Research Laboratory, Systems Metabolic Engineering and Systems Healthcare Cross-Generation Collaborative Laboratory, Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering (BK21 four), Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), Daejeon, 34141, Republic of Korea.

Published: June 2024

Microbial lysates, rich in protein and essential nutrients, demonstrate remarkable capabilities in forming gels and stable foams when heated and whisked, similar to liquid eggs. These characteristics make them an excellent alternative to animal-derived liquid eggs, contributing to sustainable food production and consumption while maintaining high nutritional value. Their versatility positions microbial lysates as promising ingredients in culinary applications, offering a sustainable and nutritious substitute.

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