Batters and breadings evolve

摘要

When it comes to identifying trends in breaded and battered meat and poultry products, the latest product offerings in the market give a glimpse of what is likely to come in terms of research and development. Demand for natural, organic, gluten-free and lower-salt coated products is the order of the day for mainstream products, as well as among products targeting specific segments, especially kids.rnDuane Koch, president of Koch's Turkey Farm, Tamaqua, Pa., says the goal of rolling out its latest product, Lil' Gobblers Turkey Bites, was to provide good taste in a breaded turkey nugget designed to appeal to kids. As of this past month, the frozen products are available nationally at Whole Foods stores and specialty markets in the Northeast.