Description
Food 3D printing using plant-based inks to create complex shapes and structures
Technical
The process involves the use of starch-based, protein-based, and cellulose-based inks, and typically occurs at room temperature to 200°F (90°C), taking anywhere from 10-30 minutes. The chemistry behind this process relies on the properties of these plant-based materials to create the desired shapes and structures.
Science
Primary Reaction
gelation
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
neutralearthymildly sweetnuttyherbaceous
Origin & History
Civilization
Western
Era
2010s
Region
United States and Europe