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US 7,125,576 B2Granted
High protein tortillas
AssigneeUniversity of Florida Research Foundation, Inc.
InventorsLauren April O'Kelley, Meghan Lea Meller, Michael Shaun Madden, Hordur G. Kristinsson
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Abstract
The subject invention provides novel protein-rich tortillas. In a specific embodiment, the subject invention provides flat, thin tortillas that have chicken protein. Other meats can also be used to provide the protein component. Advantageously, the tortillas of the subject invention can be used as a replacement for traditional flour or corn tortillas.
Claims13
A protein tortilla comprising at least 50% animal protein and less than 0.5 grams of fat per 50 grams of said tortilla;
- wherein said tortilla is sufficiently flexible to undergo folding or rolling movements without tearing;
- and wherein said tortilla is a gelled foam.
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