Description
Measure of protein solubility
Technical
The Protein Dispersibility Index (PDI) is a means of comparing the solubility of a protein in water, and is widely used in the soybean product industry.
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
beanygrassymetallicearthymusty
Wine Analogy
Like measuring tannin extraction in red wines
Coffee Analogy
Similar to assessing solubility of coffee solids
Perfume Analogy
Comparable to evaluating fragrance oil dispersion in alcohol
Origin & History
Civilization
Ancient Greeks
Era
Classical antiquity
Region
Mediterranean
Spread Path
Trade routes along the Mediterranean
Culinary Applications
TofuChinaDetermines protein extraction efficiency for coagulation
TempehIndonesiaAffects fungal mycelium growth during fermentation
Soy milkEast AsiaInfluences protein content and mouthfeel
Dietary
VeganVegetarianGluten-FreeHalalKoshersoy