Mycoprotein (Leaving Cert Home Economics): Flashcards
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Mycoprotein definition
Mycoprotein definition
Protein-rich food from fungi, used as meat substitute
Fungus used to make mycoprotein
Fungus used to make mycoprotein
Fusarium venenatum
Mycoprotein's protein & fat profile
Mycoprotein's protein & fat profile
High protein, high fibre, low fat
Main purpose of mycoprotein
Main purpose of mycoprotein
Meat substitute/alternative protein source
First step in mycoprotein manufacturing
First step in mycoprotein manufacturing
Fermentation of Fusarium venenatum fungi
Binding agent used in mycoprotein
Binding agent used in mycoprotein
Egg albumen
Final cooking step for mycoprotein
Final cooking step for mycoprotein
Steaming to cook and stabilise
Most well-known mycoprotein brand
Most well-known mycoprotein brand
Quorn
Why is mycoprotein a complete protein?
Why is mycoprotein a complete protein?
Contains all nine essential amino acids
Mycoprotein's saturated fat level
Mycoprotein's saturated fat level
Significantly lower than traditional meat
Mycoprotein's fibre content vs meat
Mycoprotein's fibre content vs meat
Higher than most meat sources
Environmental benefits of mycoprotein
Environmental benefits of mycoprotein
Uses less land and water than animal protein
Who may have allergic reactions to mycoprotein?
Who may have allergic reactions to mycoprotein?
Those sensitive to fungi or mould
Cost of mycoprotein vs other vegetarian proteins
Cost of mycoprotein vs other vegetarian proteins
Often costs more