Meat is not just a source of protein – it provides a unique taste and sensory experience, characterized by a specific texture, juiciness, bite and a distinctive flavor. However, there is a growing trend in reducing meat consumption while favoring more plant-based foods including meat and fish analogues.
This can be a real challenge for formulators, because it is not easy to perfectly recreate the afore mentioned characteristics of meat.
Proteios is a range of textured vegetable proteins (TVPs), developed using advanced extrusion technology to deliver high-protein content, meat-like texture and a neutral taste profile.
In addition, this range can also be applied in other segments – including bakery, bars and ready meals – with highly-satisfactory results in terms of eating experience and nutritional value.
Proteios - HIFOOD’s range of textured vegetable proteins – is designed to satisfy the most diverse production needs in terms of size, structure and shape, while providing high-quality protein content and also supporting cleaner label formulations.
With Proteios you can:
Formulate plant-based meat and fish analogues with meat-like texture and a good bite
Customize shape, size, and hydration levels based on application needs
Develop versatile recipes such as stews, meatballs, alt-tuna, kebab, and pulled formats
Enrich the protein content and texture of ready meals, soups, bars, and baked goods with high-quality vegetable ingredients
Benefit from a neutral-tasting base that easily absorbs flavors and colors
Rely on a cleaner label-friendly solution
Meet the requirements of gluten-free customers
Pea Based
Differently from the vast majority of soy-based plant proteins, Proteios is derived from yellow peas of natural origin.
Customized Formulations
Proteios can be tailored to production needs in order to achieve the desired texture, structure and protein content.
Process Efficiency
Available in different shapes and sizes, Proteios adapts to existing production lines, offering excellent hydration properties and consistent performance in frying, mixing, and cooking.
Market Versatility
From ready meals to meat analogues, bakery, and snacks, Proteios meets the needs of both traditional and emerging plant-based categories, accelerating innovation without complexity.
Protein Enrichment
Proteios, with at least 70% protein content, is an ideal solution to reach "high-protein" and "rich-in-protein" claims across a wide range of applications, including bread, croissants, cereals bars, snacks and soups.
Proteios range includes a versatile selection of TVPs. Each product is designed to deliver ideal texture and high protein content, while adapting to specific application needs - from bolognese sauces to burgers, stews, baked goods and snack bars.
Proteios P02G
Segment
Minced Meat Mimics
Application
Plant-Based Bolognese Sauce
Plant-Based Sausages
Fillings
Soups
Proteios P03K
Segment
Stews & Slow-Cooked Meals
Application
Plant-Based Stews
Plant-Based Curry
Braised Dishes
Fajitas
Kebabs
Ethnic Style Ready Meals
Proteios P04S
Segment
Burgers & Meatballs
Application
Plant-Based Burgers
Plant-Based Meatballs
Proteios P07G
Segment
Crunchy Coatings
Application
Plant-based nuggets
Vegetable Croquettes
Proteios P08K
Segment
Seafood & Alt-Tuna
Application
Tuna Salad
Tuna Sandwich
Seafood Sauce
Proteios P05G
Segment
Fine Fillings & Bakery Enrichment
Application
Pasta Fillings
Ready Meals
Snack Bars
Bread Rolls
Breadsticks
Crackers
Croissants