Abstract: This invention relates to simulated nut production. More specifically, it relates to a method for producing a simulated nut, said method including providing a premix by mixing soy bean particles having surfaces, a nut flavoring, and a binder including a saccharide in a wet flowable form wherein the surfaces of the soy bean particles are coated with the binder, and forming the premix into a self-supporting shape that is substantially similar to a natural nut shape. The resulting simulated nut product is healthier due to the substantial soy content used instead of real nutmeat, while replicating authentic nut flavor, crunch, appearance, texture, and the like. The simulated nuts of the present invention can be made at less cost than obtaining real nuts.

Abstract: Highly functional soy protein materials are provided which are prepared using a process wherein a soy protein material is hydrated in an aqueous solution at a solids level of about 5 to about 20 percent, sufficient edible base is then added to adjust the pH of the aqueous soy composition to about 9 to about 11, and the pH-adjusted composition is then mixed at a temperature of about 40 to about 80° C. for about 0.5 to about 4 hours to obtain the highly functional soy protein material. These highly functional soy protein materials have significantly improved solubilities, water binding capacities, and emulsification properties.

Abstract: This invention relates to simulated nut production. More specifically, it relates to a method for producing a simulated nut, said method comprising providing a premix by mixing soy bean particles having surfaces, a nut flavoring, and a binder comprising a saccharide in a wet flowable form wherein the surfaces of the soy bean particles are coated with the binder, and forming the premix into a self-supporting shape that is substantially similar to a natural nut shape. The resulting simulated nut product is healthier due to the substantial soy content used instead of real nutmeat, while replicating authentic nut flavor, crunch, appearance, texture, and the like. The simulated nuts of the present invention can be made at less cost than obtaining real nuts.