Polyelectrolyte complexes of proteins and uses thereof

Abstract

The present disclosure relates generally to polyelectrolyte complexes of non-animal proteins and their use in various comestible products, such as food products, beverage products, and nutritional products, including meat and dairy analogue products. In some embodiments, the polyelectrolyte complexes comprise a plant protein, such as pea protein, soy protein, canola protein, potato protein, and bean proteins, such as fava bean protein. In some embodiments, the polyelectrolyte complexes mask certain undesirable tastes of one or more of the proteins and improve the mouthfeel of comestible compositions that include the protein complexes. In some embodiments, the polyelectrolyte complexes are combined with certain fibers, which allows the blend to be suitable for addition to an ingestible composition useful for making meat or dairy analogue products. In some embodiments, flavorings or flavor-modifiers are combined with the polyelectrolyte complexes as well.

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