Co-processed starch/gum based food ingredient and method of making the same

摘要

Disclosed is a starch/gum based ingredient for use in food products which includes a high amylose starch and a hydrocolloid, edible gum to which water is added and co-processed in an extruder under conditions of temperatures of about 100° C. or more and moisture levels of at least about 16.7% and relatively high shear. The ingredient provides desirable texture and mouth feel characteristics to food products in which it is incorporated, and provides a white color along with improved opacity. Flavor release is improved and storage stability is controlled. It also serves as a processing aid. Also disclosed is a method of making the ingredient and various food products embodying the ingredient.