Texturated vegetable protein & crisps

Textured vegetable proteins and crisps for structure, bite, and protein enrichment in plant-based and hybrid products

Textured Vegetable Proteins (TVPs) and protein crisps are functional, plant-based ingredients designed to deliver structure, texture, and protein enrichment in modern food formulations. They are widely used in meat alternatives, hybrid products, snacks, and protein-enriched foods where bite, mouthfeel, and visual appeal play a critical role.

Our TVPs and crisps are developed to offer reliable functionality across a wide range of applications. Different shapes and particle sizes allow manufacturers to tailor texture, appearance, and processing behavior to specific product concepts—from minced and nugget-style meat alternatives to crunchy inclusions in snacks and cereal products. All formats support clean-label, plant-based positioning and scalable production.

Product	Color	Ingredients	Protein Content	Conventional	Organic
Crispies	beige	Pea / Rice	55-60%	✓	✓
Cocoa Crispies	brown	Pea / Rice	55-60%	✓	✓
Balls	beige	Pea / Rice	35-55%	✓	✓
Minced	beige	Pea / Fava Bean / Rice / Sunflower	55-72%	✓
Chunks	beige	Pea / Fava Bean / Rice / Sunflower	55-72%	✓

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Nuggets

TVP Nuggets are structured protein pieces designed to replicate the bite and texture of whole muscle or chunk-style meat products. Their defined shape and robust structure make them particularly suitable for products where visual appearance and mouthfeel are essential.

Applications

Meat Alternatives:
Provides a firm, juicy bite in plant-based nuggets, strips, and chunk-style meat alternatives.

Prepared Meals:
Maintains structure and texture in ready meals, frozen products, and heat-treated applications.

Foodservice Products:
Supports consistent portioning and texture in plant-based foodservice concepts.

Hybrid Products:
Enhances texture and protein content in blended plant-based and hybrid formulations.

Chunks

TVP Chunks are larger, irregularly shaped protein pieces designed to create a hearty, fibrous texture. They deliver a satisfying bite and are ideal for applications requiring visible protein structure.

Applications

Plant-Based Meat Alternatives:
Creates a fibrous, meat-like texture in stews, stir-fries, and chunk-style meat alternatives.

Ready Meals:
Retains structure and mouthfeel in sauced, frozen, and reheated dishes.

Foodservice & Catering:
Offers consistent performance and visual appeal in large-scale preparation.

Protein-Enriched Dishes:
Adds texture and protein to plant-based bowls and composed meals.

Minced

TVP Minced is a finely textured protein ingredient designed to mimic the structure of ground meat. It offers excellent hydration, binding, and flavor absorption, making it a versatile base for numerous formulations.

Applications

Plant-Based Mince Products:
Replaces ground meat in burgers, meatballs, fillings, and sauces.

Bakery & Savory Applications:
Supports binding and protein enrichment in savory pastries and filled products.

Hybrid Products:
Functions as a protein-rich binder in blended meat and plant-based formulations.

Convenience Foods:
Delivers consistent texture in sauces, ready meals, and prepared foods.”

Crispies

Protein crispies are lightweight, expanded protein inclusions designed to add crunch, texture, and protein content. They are well suited for applications where visual contrast and crisp bite are desired.

Applications

Snacks & Bars:
Adds crunch and protein enrichment to snack bars, energy bars, and extruded snacks.

Breakfast & Cereals:
Enhances texture and protein content in cereals, granola, and breakfast mixes.

Bakery & Confectionery:
Provides crispy inclusions in baked goods, coatings, and confectionery products.

Functional Foods:
Supports high-protein positioning in better-for-you snack concepts.

Mini Balls

Mini Balls are small, uniform protein pieces designed for even distribution and consistent texture. Their size and shape make them ideal for applications requiring controlled bite and visual uniformity.

Applications

Snacks & Trail Mixes:
Delivers protein-rich inclusions with controlled crunch and uniform appearance.

Cereals & Granola:
Ensures even distribution and consistent texture in breakfast products.

Bakery & Coatings:
Supports decorative and functional inclusions in baked goods and coated products.

Protein-Enriched Foods:
Enhances nutritional value without overpowering texture or flavor.

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