modified egg white protein

noun
UK /ˈmɒdɪfaɪd ɛɡ waɪt ˈprəʊtiːn/
US /ˈmɑːdəfaɪd ɛɡ waɪt ˈproʊtiːn/

Egg white protein that has been changed in a lab to work better in food.

The bakery uses modified egg white protein to make fluffy cakes.

SYNONYMS

treated egg white proteinprocessed egg albuminaltered egg white proteinfunctional egg white protein

RELATED WORDS

egg albuminfood additiveprotein powdermarshmallowmeringue

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A food ingredient made from egg whites that have been heated or treated to improve texture.

Modified egg white protein helps the candy hold its shape.

3. A protein additive used to replace fat or sugar in packaged foods.

This low-fat dressing contains modified egg white protein.

4. An egg white protein changed by enzymes to make it easier to mix into drinks.

The sports drink includes modified egg white protein for extra nutrition.