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Citrus Fiber used as a tomato paste extender for pizza sauce
July 12, 2023
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The Secret Sauce: Tomato Paste Extender for Pizza Sauce

Years ago, I attended a new product development course at the Annual IFT Expo. The instructor assigned groups to tackle one of New Orleans’s conundrums – lack of nutrition within the homeless community. To fully understand the communities’ needs, our group milled around the city on foot interviewing shelters, missions and other non-profit homeless organizations. We returned to our class with the ultimate idea – pizza. Pizza met the nutritional requirements to survive the streets. This ideal delivery system full of vegetables, proteins and grains was packed with fiber, vitamins and minerals. And the secret sauce – no pun intended…

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plating agent - citrus fiber - dry carrier
May 31, 2023
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Plating Agent: Citrus Fiber Nature’s Dry Carrier

In previous articles, Fiberstar touted how Citri-Fi citrus fiber converted liquids into flowable powders. Though it sounds like a form of wizardry, this citrus fiber’s high surface area lends itself to this magical act. And when stacked up against other plating agents on the market such as maltodextrin, food starches and silicates, many prefer citrus fiber due to its clean label status. Plating Agent Magic: Citrus Fiber Citri-Fi is an upcycled citrus fiber produced from byproduct of the citrus juicing industry. The process, which is free from chemical modifications, opens up the fiber to create high surface area. As a result,…

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Citrus Fiber Tomato Extender in Tomato Sauce
May 25, 2023
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Tomato Extender: Squeezing out the FAQ

You say tomato. I say tomayto. Regardless, tomato and tomayto stem from the same fruit source which has disappear-ato. Recently, adverse weather and disease ripped thru the once thriving agricultural staple. As a result, tomato processors are converting less material which set a chain reaction in the food industry. Many food manufacturers scrambling to secure supply and/or find alternative solutions such as tomato extenders find themselves in dire straits. This shortage is affecting numerous tomato-based products including tomato paste, sauces like pasta, pizza, and BBQ, salad dressings, condiments, and soups. Reducing tomato content creates several challenges such as reduced flavor…

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May 2, 2023
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Organic Citrus Fiber: Nature’s Upcycled Food

The organic food market exploded over the past few decades. What started with a heightened demand for organic fruits and vegetables expanded into other categories such as canned foods, bakery flours, sauces and spices. According to the Organic Trade Association (OTA), the U.S. organic food sales in 2020 grew 12.8% to a new high of $56.4 billion. And about 6 percent of the food sold in the United States was certified organic. However, the U.S. is not alone with demanding more organic foods on the market. This trend streams across the globe in other regions like Europe and Asia Pacific….

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Improved texture and stability in dips and spreads
January 27, 2023
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Dips and Spreads the Good Word – Citrus Fiber

Hosting a party is not complete without a smorgasbord of dips and spreads to go with your chips and crackers. Dips range from dairy-based like sour cream to bean-based like hummus. Over the past few years, this category experienced a surge of innovation. For instance, the clean label movement spurred many foods to contain more natural ingredients with shorter listings. The plant-based trend drove new innovation in dairy-free or dairy alternative options. And to minimize consumer fatigue, new flavors and seasoning options emerged including bold ethnic flavor profiles. Challenges in Dips and Spreads Formulations Despite the popularity of dips and…

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January 16, 2023
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Fiberstar, Inc. Launches New Organic Citrus Fiber

(River Falls, WI) Fiberstar, Inc., the leader of innovative citrus fibers launched a line of new organic citrus fibers – Citri-Fi® 400 series. These new citrus fibers are in response to the increasing demand for natural, sustainable and organic food ingredients. For instance, market drivers fueling the uptick in demand include a growth in consumer health and wellness initiatives and limited availability of hydrocolloids due to supply chain challenges. And other drivers include increased visibility of sustainable business practices. “We are thrilled to add these new organic citrus fibers to our portfolio,” says President and CEO of Fiberstar, Inc. John…

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Upcycled citrus fiber in nutrition bars & powdered drinks
October 26, 2022
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Upcycled Citrus Fiber Debuts at SupplySide West

SupplySide West lassos together food ingredient companies serving the food, beverage and dietary supplement markets. Among these customers, many participate in the fast growing natural, organic and functional food segments. Though historically, this show catered to those within dietary supplements. Today, this show attracts attendees globally who seek innovative solutions such as upcycled citrus fiber for functional food and beverages. Fiberstar, Inc. will exhibit at this upcoming show at booth #2259. The team will showcase its flagship Citri-Fi citrus fiber which is produced from byproduct of the citrus juicing process. Besides the fact that this upcycled ingredient supports a sustainable…

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September 30, 2022
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Serving up Plant-based Sausage – Citrus Fiber

Sausages are a favorite staple in many regions of the world. In the U.S., they pop up in a variety settings including backyard BBQs, festivals, sport stadiums, and state fairs. They are the perfect carriers when it comes to seasonings, flavors and even vegetable or fruit inclusions. As a result, they fit in any meal -morning, noon or night. Because of the popularity, many manufacturers tend to create their own plant-based sausage versions to offer the market more options. However, producing a plant-based sausage comes with challenges. Animal-based sausages tend to be firm, meaty and slightly chewy due to the…

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Formulating Plant-based Foods
August 16, 2022
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Formulating Plant-based Foods 3 Ways: Citrus Fiber

Free-from, fake, faux, replacements, substitutions and alternatives are just a few descriptors thrown around when referring to non-meat and non-dairy food products. The hot plant-based food trend continues to spur this lexicon exercise. Today, consumers choose a plant-based diet on their set of values and beliefs which vary from person to person. For instance, some are concerned with the environmental impact, the carbon foot print and sustainability when purchasing foods. Others believe that the plant-based diet will curb them from onset diseases like diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity and hypertension. And some do not believe in slaughtering animals when there are…

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gluten-free ingredients like Citri-Fi citrus fiber in gluten-free bakery
July 27, 2022
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Gluten-free Ingredients: Next Generation Challenges & Solutions

Back in 2005 during my R&D days, gluten-free bakery became the next new hot wave for food formulators. Working in R&D meant you joined sensory panel evaluations or bakery cuttings. And at that time, my bakery team produced never ending rounds of gluten-free breads using a cocktail of starches, gums and gluten-free flours. The polarizing results teetered between a mouth full of sawdust to teeth encased with gummy dough. As a result, formulating with gluten-free ingredients reverted my bakery team to ground zero. At that time, the goal was to create a gluten-free food that was edible and tasted good….

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