A SUPERMARKET classic has unveiled a huge recipe change in a huge overhaul of its frozen range.
The popular brand has ditched a major ingredient and shoppers are going wild.
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Quorn was first launched in 1985 and has been providing vegetarian-friendly dishes ever since.
The brand transforms mycoprotein into delicious meat-free versions of popular dishes, such as mince, sausages and Swedish meatballs.
Now, the company has revealed a huge change which will affect its entire frozen range.
All of Quorn’s frozen products are now entirely free from artificial ingredients.
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Quorn has said that it has removed Sodium Alginate – a preservative sourced from algae – from its products.
Although safe for the vast majority of people, it can cause stomach problems for a very small number of people.
A spokesperson for the vegetarian-friendly brand took to Facebook to break the news.
The spokesperson wrote: “So here’s the thing…they’re still the succulent, juicy balls you love, but now contain no artificial ingredients.
“That’s not all! Our packs have a brand new look!!!
“Still high in protein, a source of fibre and cook in 18 minutes, so they’re magic for mealtimes!
“Go find them in the frozen aisle before we pretend this was intentional.”
Shoppers have gone wild for the change, with many flooding the post’s comments section with excited posts.
One wrote: “Oh, I’ve just had some with my pasta. They are proper yummy.”
Another simply said: “Delicious.”
However, one shopper said it was a shame that not all of the products were vegan.
In response, Quorn confirmed that it hoped to “make a vegan version soon”.
Ahead of the change, the meat-free brand revealed a slew of recipes for shoppers to try.
With its delicious Quorn pieces, foodies can cook up a tasty Massaman Curry in just 15 minutes or a speedy Japanese yakisoba noodle dish.
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The news comes after a hugely popular bakery chain announced that a beloved pastry would be returning to its stores.
Greggs has confirmed that the Vegan Steak Bake would be going on sale once again, after being replaced by other plant-based products.
The brand made headlines when it introduced its Vegan Sausage Roll in 2019, with shoppers flocking to their local Greggs to try the tasty treat.
Now, the company’s vegan range has expanded even further with products including the Vegan Steak Bake being amongst the most popular pastries on its shelves.
The snack is made from Quorn pieces mixed with onion, which are drenched in gravy.
Then, the delicious filling is wrapped up in layers of golden puff pastry.
However, Greggs has confirmed that the product has been renamed to the Vegan Lattice.
The brand said: “It’s still super tasty, just called something different.
“Tasty steak-free pieces mixed with diced onions and vegan-friendly gravy are the absolute biggest of deals.”
How ultra processed is YOUR kitchen?
Ultra processed foods (UPFs) were defined by Brazilian researchers who made the NOVA classification system. It breaks foods into groups depending on how processed they are. The most natural foods are in group 1, while the most processed are in group 4.
The groups do not entirely indicate how healthy a food is. However, it does indicate how processed it is – and studies have linked UPFs to a number of diseases.
How does your kitchen compare to the following groups?
Unprocessed or minimally processed foods (group 1)
- vegetables and fruits (fresh or frozen)
- dried fruits with no added sugar, honey, or oil
- grains and legumes (chickpeas, lentils)
- meat, poultry, fish, seafood, eggs
- milk without added sugar
- plain yogurt with no added sugar
- nuts and seeds
- spices and herbs
- tea, coffee, water
Processed culinary ingredients (group 2)
- iodized salt
- salted butter
- sugar and molasses from cane or beet
- honey extracted from combs
- syrup from maple trees
- vegetable oils crushed from olives or seeds
- butter and lard from milk and pork
- starches extracted from corn and other plants
- vegetable oils with added anti-oxidants
- vinegar with added preservatives
Processed foods (group 3)
- canned vegetables, fruits, and legumes
- fruits in syrup
- salted or sugared nuts and seeds
- salted cured or smoked meats
- canned fish
- artisanal breads and cheese
Ultra-processed foods (group 4)
- pop and fruit drinks
- sweetened yogurt
- sweet or savoury packaged snacks (e.g., cookies)
- candies and cake mixes
- mass-produced packaged breads and buns
- margarines and spreads
- breakfast cereals
- cereal and energy bars
- energy drinks
- instant soups, sauces, and noodles
- poultry and fish nuggets, hot dogs
- many ready-to-heat products: pre-prepared pies, pasta, and pizza dishes
