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Sodium chloride substitute containing autolyzed yeast and ammonium chloride

US5064663A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 7, 1989
Grant dateNov 12, 1991
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Expiry dateDec 7, 2009

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S426/806
  • WIPO fieldFood chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A sodium chloride substitute composition having low bitterness and an intense sodium chloride flavor is prepared containing autolyzed yeast, ammonium chloride and optionally potassium chloride. The composition is prepared preferably by a method wherein yeast, an exogenous enzyme, ammonium chloride, optionally potassium chloride and liquid are mixed to form a liquid mixture, the mixture is stirred at an elevated temperature until the yeast is autolyzed, and the mixture is dried. The composition contains an amount of autolyzed yeast relative to the amount of ammonium chloride in the range of about 60 to 95 percent by weight. The composition is suitable for use in processed meats and snack foods.

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