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Meat & Plant-Based Meat

June 30, 2023 by

Meat & Plant-Based Meat Ingredients

We have applications that will improve the shelf life, taste, texture, and quality of your meat products. From antioxidants to fibers and sweeteners, our ingredient solutions are high-quality and designed to give you the most benefits. Whether you are looking for organic and natural, trans-fat free, clean-label, or cost savings on your current supply, we are here to help! 

Contact us now to start your ingredient journey! 

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Sweeten Organically

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You deserve a superior taste for your meat products, and our organic sweeteners will help you achieve that! Our sweetening solutions include:

  • Organic Cane Sugar
  • Organic Coconut Palm Sugar
  • Organic Dark Brown Sugar
  • Organic Light Brown Sugar
  • Organic Molasses (Blackstrap and Lite)
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Incorporate Health Benefits

Your products don’t have to be unhealthy to be delicious! At Gillco, we offer a wide variety of health enhancers to give your meat products the boost they need, without compromising on taste or texture. You can choose from any of the following options:

Proteins:

  • Pea
  • Soy
  • Sunflower Flour/Protein

Soluble Fibers:

  • Chicory Root Fiber
  • Pea Fiber
  • Polydextrose
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Maintain Freshness &

Extend Shelf Life

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Our powerful antioxidant and shelf-life extension systems work to keep your products better for longer. Take your pick of the following shelf-life applications.

Antioxidants:

  • Acerola
  • Celery
  • Chelox - EDTA Replacement
  • Green Tea
  • Rosemary
  • Tocopherol

Antimicrobials:

  • BioVia®
  • MicroGARD®
  • Natamax® - Natamycin
  • Nisaplin® - Nisin
  • NovaGARD®
  • OptiForm®
  • Purac®
  • Puracal®
  • PuraQ®
  • Purasal®
  • Verdad®

Improve Texture and Stability

We carry a few ingredients to improve the texture and stability of your meat products. Find the best application for your product now!

Starches:

  • Corn Starch
  • Potato Starch
  • Tapioca Starch
  • Pea Starch
  • Blends

Oils & Shortenings:

  • Canola Oil
  • Coconut Oil
  • Sunflower Oil
  • Palm Kernel Oil
  • Palm Shortenings

Gums & Stabilizer Systems:

  • Carrageenan
  • Citrus Fiber
  • Guar Gum
  • Xanthan Gum
  • Stabilizer Blends
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Improve Your Meat Products With Gillco

Our meat solutions and applications are sure to give your products the edge you need in the market! At Gillco, we are committed to providing you with healthy, sustainable applications to noticeably improve the taste, texture, shelf life, and health of your products. If you’re ready to join the great-food movement, request a sample now!

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  • Bakery & Tortillas
  • Beverage
  • Confectionery
  • Dairy
  • Frozen Foods
  • Nutraceuticals & Sports Nutrition
  • Pet Food
  • Ready To Eat
  • Snacks
  • Spreads, Salsas & Dressings

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About Gillco

At Gillco, an Azelis® company, we have redefined the concept of wholesale ingredient distribution. We have partnered with some of the most reputable and innovative ingredient manufacturers in the world to put together an incredible line of healthy, natural, and functional ingredients.

Products

  • Antimicrobials
  • Antioxidants
  • Chocolate
  • Cocoa Powder
  • Emulsifiers & Enzymes
  • Gums & Systems
  • Lecithin
  • Fibers
  • Speciality Proteins
  • Specialty Products
  • Sweeteners
  • Oils & Shortenings
  • Starches

Applications

  • Bakery & Tortillas
  • Beverage
  • Confectionery
  • Dairy
  • Frozen Foods
  • Nutraceuticals & Sports Nutrition
  • Pet Food
  • Ready To Eat
  • Snacks
  • Spreads, Salsas & Dressings

Contact Gillco

Gillco Products, Inc.
1701 La Costa Meadows Drive
San Marcos, CA 92078-5105

Phone: (760) 759-7900
Fax: (760) 759-7901

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