The addition of maple syrup can elevate the flavor profile of a variety of proteins and differentiate it from other products in the market to drive consumer demand.
The sooner a meal is ready to eat, the happier everyone is, especially on a work/school day. For many quick meals, deli meats, sausages, and hot dogs provide the basis for the main course.
Sodium's sticking point: Meat and poultry processors continue to battle to reduce sodium in their products, but it’s not always an easy feat to accomplish without affecting functionality or taste.
As with the rest of the food industry, meat and poultry processors are actively exploring ingredient technologies to reduce sodium in their products due to consumers’ more healthful eating desires.
Whole-muscle products are employing new cuts, which introduce consumers to unique flavors and textures; however, consumers may view these new products as being unsafe, instead of just different.