Blue Nalu and Optimized Food’s cultured fish development using texture analysis

Cultured fish, also known as lab-grown or cell-based seafood, represents a burgeoning frontier in food technology aimed at sustainable, ethical alternatives to traditional fishing and aquaculture. As of now, the development of cultured fish is at a promising stage, with several companies successfully producing fish fillets from cells cultured in bioreactors. These advancements have brought us closer to commercial availability, although challenges in scaling production and reducing costs remain.

A key aspect of cultured fish development is ensuring that the product mimics the taste, texture, and nutritional value of its wild counterparts. This is where Texture Analysers become invaluable. These devices measure the physical properties of cultured fish, such as firmness, chewiness, and elasticity. By providing precise data on these attributes, Texture Analysers help developers refine cell culture conditions and formulations to improve the sensory experience of cultured fish. This not only aids in product development but also ensures consumer acceptance, paving the way for cultured seafood to become a viable alternative in the market.

As the technology evolves, the role of Texture Analysers in cultured fish development is set to expand, contributing significantly to the optimisation of production processes and product quality, ultimately supporting the sustainability goals of the food industry.

If you want to understand how the experts in Blue Nalu and Optimized Foods have been using their Texture Analyser then how about watching their video presentation at the Cultured Meat Symposium (CMS). Our US distributor, Marc Johnson of Texture Technologies demonstrates Texture Analysers on cell-cultured caviar and sashimi products.

Discover more about typical tests that a Texture Analyser can offer for the testing and development of cultured fish.

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There is a texture analysis test for virtually any physical property. Contact Stable Micro Systems today to learn more about our full range of solutions.

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For more information on how to measure texture, please visit the Texture Analysis Properties section on our website.

The TA.XTplusC texture analyser is part of a family of texture analysis instruments and equipment from Stable Micro Systems. An extensive portfolio of specialist attachments is available to measure and analyse the textural properties of a huge range of food products. Our technical experts can also custom design instrument fixtures according to individual specifications.

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