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Vital Wheat Gluten is made from wheat flour by activating and extracting the gluten, which is then dried and ground into powder. When properly stored in airtight packaging in a cool, dry warehouse, it has a shelf life of up to 24 months. Foodcom S.A. offers Vital Wheat Gluten in 25 kg bags. Vital Wheat Gluten is a valuable binding agent due to its elasticity and texture-enhancing properties. It helps baked goods made with whole wheat flour or coarse grains bind gas and steam, giving them a light, voluminous texture. Sweet and savory dishes can be made fluffier with Vital Wheat Gluten. Additionally, it is an excellent source of vegetable protein and can be used as a meat substitute in vegetarian cooking. Seitan, a popular meat substitute, is made from Vital Wheat Gluten. It is also used in the production of pet food and in feeds for fish, calves, and piglets.

Pea Protein is obtained from yellow or golden peas by dry and liquid methods. In the dry method, the shell of the peas is removed mechanically, they are ground to obtain pea flour, and the proteins are separated and collected by centrifugation. Pea Protein contains a high concentration of protein, iron and amino acids, which makes it a popular ingredient in various diets due to its non-allergenic properties and easy digestibility. Pea Protein also has functional properties such as water binding capacity, foaming, emulsification and stable gelation. It appears as a beige powder with a clean taste. Its shelf life can be up to 24 months if kept in cool and dry storage away from light. Pea Protein is available in 20 or 25 kg bags or Big Bags. Pea Protein is commonly used in vegetarian and vegan products, sports nutrition, baked goods, and as an ingredient in prepared foods. It can also be texturized to make meat analogs and increase the protein content of meat substitutes.

Vital Wheat Gluten is the natural protein found in wheat. A small amount added to yeast bread recipes improves the texture and elasticity of the dough. Vital Wheat Gluten can also be used to make a vegetarian meat substitute known as seitan.