Sodium chloride (salt) is used in most cured meat products, such as deli meat, for a variety of reasons including enhancing flavor and providing microbial, color and textural stability. However, many consumers seek to reduce the levels of sodium in their diet, due to the health. risks.
Proteria® SR is a natural flavoring that offers many functionalities of salt, providing meat processors with multiple benefits in the production of reduced-sodium products. It mimics meat flavor and helps manage water activity, which is the key to reducing the growth rate of microbial spoilage.
Applications |
Benefits |
Brands |
Dosage |
Labeled as |
Deli meat |
Maximized microbial stability |
Proteria® SR |
30-50 g/kg |
Fermented sugar |