The egg industry is not a business without its worries. The safety of eggs due to salmonella poisoning has been a concern for a long time. In addition, many companies have come under fire for their treatment of the chickens they use to produce the eggs. These complaints have been documented at length, and have come from reports by animal rights groups as well as people working in the industry.
The problem for the consumer has been the need for eggs. Not only are they one of the most common breakfast foods in the United States, they are also a necessary ingredient in many recipes. This includes baked goods, salads and many other dinners and desserts. However, the need for eggs may not actually exist the way many people think.
This is because Hampton Creek has already created surprising egg-free products that people once thought were impossible. This includes mayonnaise, Cesar Salad dressing and cookie dough that are all egg free. Each maintains the same flavor and consistency that people expect from these types of products. Each is vegan, gluten-free and as minimally processed as possible. All use natural, GMO-free ingredients and are guaranteed to be soy-free as well.
In addition, their egg substitute, Just Scramble, has all of these same attributes. This product can be used the same way as any blended egg. This includes as scrambled eggs, to make omelets or to create French toast. The secret is the use of a type of yellow pea that makes it possible for the company to stay true to specific flavors without using chemical flavorings.
This is only the beginning for the company. They are looking at plant-based alternatives to replace other ingredients that the average consumer eats too often. That includes sugar and fat. Their work is dedicated to discovering new plant ingredients, as well as finding new ways to use common products people already enjoy. The list of items they have available for people to enjoy is growing every day, and more research promises to increase their inventory even further.
Best of all, these products are not sold solely at specialty shops or health food stores. They are already available from many major grocery chains across the country. Products that cannot be found locally are also available online.