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E1101
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ProteasesEnzymes, Stabilisers, Raising agents, Flour treatment agents, Flavour enhancers
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Description
Protease is an enzymeAre proteins used to catalyse (cause or accelerate) a chemical reaction. that hydrolyses (breaks down) proteins into amino acids, and is widely used in bread making as a bread improver/flour treatment agentUsed to improve the manageability of dough during bread making, and improve flour performance during baking. and raising agentReacts with moisture and warmth to produce carbon dixoide bubbles that cause the mixture to rise.. It acts on the yeast and gluten to improve the extensibility of the dough and strengthen the structure of the bread to retain the CO2 produced that causes the bread to rise. There are several types of proteases and some are derived from natural fruits. Proteases include papain (papaya), bromelain (pineapple), ficin (fig tree latex).
Common Uses
Used in bakery products, baked goods, flours, breads, meat cuts, fish, egg and egg products, beer, ales, malt liquors.
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