Citri-Fi® - is a unique all natural Citrus Fibre produced from Orange Pulp or peel without the use of any chemical processing aids. The patented process gives an holistic structure that can bind and hold both water and fat.
Citri-Fi® has a neutral taste and is non allergenic and has a clean label declaration.
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Multiple Binding Mechanisms of Citri-fi
Soluble Fiber
Attracts water, adheres and provides viscosity.
Insoluble Fiber
Provides a structure to hold the water indefinitely.
Insoluble Fiber Structure
Fiber Structure Holding Water
Protein
Provides fat and oil binding to stabilise emulsions.
Sold in over 60 countries around the world, Citri-fi is an important ingredient in all sectors of the food industry to help give clean declaration additive free healthy food products.
Most popular applications include:
Bakery
Fat reduction in pastry and cake, shelf life extension by aw control, egg reduction and in gluten free bread and gluten free cake giving texture and moisture management. Reduced bake times and reduced energy usage.
Meat
Reduced fat meatballs and other processed meat products. Phosphate free injection and tumbling. Stabilisation of marinades with or without oil.
Beverages
Viscosity, stabilisation, added fibre, textural improvement, ease of hydration.
Sauces and Condiments
Emulsification and removal of e-numbers, fat reduced mayonnaise, egg reduction in mayonnaise and stabilisation in other condiments.
Coatings
Reduction in oil pick up in deep fried products such as coated chicken and doughnuts.
Fruit preparations
Pectin replacement can be achieved by utilising Citri-fi's ability to form a gel at >50°Bx and pH < 2.8 to 3.5. The higher the sugar content the higher the pH that can be used for gel formation.
For more information and samples for UK and Ireland please contact Ideal Food Ingredients on 01225 807465 or info@idealfoodingredients.com
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