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A sustainable, savory and
protein-rich ingredient
Yeast extract is well-known for its hearty umami taste and has been used all over the world as a natural ingredient for more than 75 years. It is particularly popular in the vegetarian and vegan cuisine for rounding off sauces, bouillons and soups. Moreover, yeast extract is a sustainable and protein-rich ingredient. Learn more

A sustainable, savory and protein-rich ingredient

Yeast extract is well-known for its hearty umami taste and has been used all over the world as a natural ingredient for more than 75 years. It is particularly popular in the vegetarian and vegan cuisine for rounding off sauces, bouillons and soups. Moreover, yeast extract is a sustainable and protein-rich ingredient.

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What is yeast extract?

Yeast extract is a seasoning ingredient used in food such as soups, sauces, ready meals and savoury snacks. Read more …

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Umami – the fifth taste

The popularity of yeast extract has a lot to do with its strong characteristic taste – also known as the umami taste. Read more …

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Recipe ideas

If you are looking for some inspiration how to cook with yeast extract, try out one of the recipes. Read more …

stylized writing: natural, vegan

What is yeast extract?

Yeast extract is a seasoning ingredient used in food such as soups, sauces, ready meals and savoury snacks. Read more …

bread, paprika, tomato soup neatly arranged on a table

Umami – the fifth taste

The popularity of yeast extract has a lot to do with its strong characteristic taste – also known as the umami taste. Read more …

stylized writing: Cookin with yeast extract

Recipe ideas

If you are looking for some inspiration how to cook with yeast extract, try out one of the recipes. Read more …

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How is yeast extract produced?

What is yeast extract? How is it produced and what does it taste like? The natural seasoning ingredient is beloved in foods all over the world and creates the savoury umami taste. It is perfect for vegetarian and vegan cooking.

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About EURaSYP

“EURaSYP“ is the abbreviation for the European Association for Specialty Yeast Products. One of the association’s main goals is to disseminate information to the public, so as to strengthen the awareness of specialty yeast products – including yeast extract – as an ingredient in a wide variety of products and dishes.

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