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Usage Tips

  1. Autolyzed Yeast can be used as a food additive in the form of a flavour enhancer in processed foods.
  2. It can be added to soups and processed meats.

Common names and forms

  1. Autolyzed Yeast Extract

Description

Autolyzed Yeast is a form of processed yeast where it is broken down into its constituent components. Autolysis (the destruction of cells or tissues by their own enzymes) is applied to fresh yeast breaking it into simpler compounds like the soluble amino acids and peptides. It can be in liquid, powder, paste or granular form. It is used to enhance the flavour of processed foods and Asian cuisines prepared in restaurants.

Selection Guide

Autolyzed Yeast is available in different forms such as paste, powder, liquid or granular, choose according to the use.

Note

Autolyzed Yeast naturally contains monosodium glutamate(MSG) that may cause flushing, sweating, chest pain, headache and numbness around the mouth.(1)

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