Carrots are a nutritional powerhouse, but did you know that carrot fiber is also a game-changer for the food industry? At One Source Food Solutions, we are excited to introduce carrot fiber as a versatile, clean-label ingredient with incredible functionality. Whether you’re in the foodservice, retail, or industrial sector, this ingredient offers a range of benefits, from improving product texture to enhancing water retention in various food applications.
What is Carrot Fiber?
Carrot fiber is derived from the fiber portion of fresh carrots, which is dried and ground into a fine, free-flowing powder. This ingredient is neutral in flavor and color, making it an excellent addition to various food formulations without altering taste profiles. It boasts a high dietary fiber content, with both soluble and insoluble fibers that contribute to its impressive water-binding capacity.
The Key Benefits
- High Water Retention – Carrot fiber can absorb up to 26 times its weight in water, making it an excellent choice for moisture retention in processed meats, plant-based products, and baked goods.
- Improved Texture & Yield – It helps maintain juiciness and volume in sausages, burgers, meatballs, and poultry products while reducing cooking loss.
- Clean-Label & Allergen-Free – Made from 100% carrots, this ingredient meets the demand for clean-label, non-GMO, and gluten-free formulations.
- Cost-Effective Solution – By improving water retention, carrot fiber increases yield and extends the shelf life of various food products, reducing waste and cost.
Applications of Carrot Fiber
Carrot fiber is a highly adaptable ingredient that can be used in a wide range of food products, including:
- Processed Meats – Used in sausages, meatballs, beef patties, and poultry products to enhance texture and juiciness.
- Plant-Based Foods – Adds structure and moisture retention to vegetarian and vegan meat substitutes.
- Baked Goods – Improves dough hydration and texture in bread, muffins, and gluten-free baked products.
- Sauces & Tomato-Based Products – Helps stabilize sauces, soups, and tomato pastes by enhancing viscosity and preventing water separation.
The Packaging Options
One Source Food Solutions offers carrot fiber in multiple packaging formats to meet various business needs:
- 15.4 lb. Multi-Layer Bags – Ideal for foodservice and small-scale production facilities.
- 515 lb. Super Sacks – Best suited for industrial buyers who require larger quantities for large-scale food processing.
Why Choose One Source Food Solutions?
At One Source Food Solutions, we are committed to providing high-quality, innovative food ingredients to meet your operational needs. Carrot fiber is just one of the many functional ingredients we offer to help enhance your food products efficiently and naturally.
Looking to incorporate carrot fiber into your formulations? Contact us today at 1 (360) 887-9430 to learn more about how this powerful ingredient can benefit your business.
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