This study presents the development of a flavor-switchable scaffold to enhance the aromatic properties of cultured meat. A switchable flavor compound (SFC) is incorporated into a gelatin-based hydrogel scaffold, releasing meaty flavor compounds only upon cooking at temperatures mimicking the Maillard reaction. Cultured meat produced using this scaffold exhibits a flavor profile similar to beef, suggesting a novel strategy for improving the sensory characteristics of cultured meat.
Publisher
Nature Communications
Published On
Jul 09, 2024
Authors
Milae Lee, Woojin Choi, Jeong Min Lee, Seung Tae Lee, Won-Gun Koh, Jinkee Hong
Tags
cultured meat
flavor-switchable scaffold
meaty flavor
gelatin-based hydrogel
Maillard reaction
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