Method for extracting components from a yeast cell culture

A method for producing a yeast extract, the method comprising:

• i) treating yeast cells with a purified phospholipase A1 in an amount of between 0.001 and 1 mg enzyme protein/g dry matter;
• ii) subjecting the treated yeast cells to protein hydrolysis comprising autolysis and comprising adding one or more proteolytic enzymes to the yeast cells;
• and
• iii) separating a yeast extract from the treated yeast cells;
• wherein step ii) is conducted before, after or during step i).