What You Need to Know
This can include genetically modified organisms (GMOs), gene editing with CRISPR, microbial fermentation, and synthetic biology. These techniques allow for the creation of novel food products with improved nutritional content, increased yield, and enhanced safety.
Steps
- 1.
Koji-marinated meats (Japan): Enzyme tenderization
- 2.
Bioengineered cheese (United States): Precision fermentation
- 3.
Tempeh variants (Indonesia): Controlled mycelium growth
The Science
Primary Reaction
Genetic engineering, gene editing, and microbial fermentation