Food product
Okara can be used in a variety of food products. It can be used
wet, in dried form, or as a paste in various food products from
meats to baked products. Okara contains valuable components
including soy fiber and soy protein
The market potential of products that are high in protein and, in
particular soy protein, is strong (see 9.0). Soy protein consumption
among North American consumers is growing due to increased
attention to health and new research on the positive effects of soy
protein in the diet. The market for products containing soy protein
in any form is therefore, growing and offers a great deal of
potential for innovative firms willing and able to capitalize on this
market opportunity.