ZroFat Fat Replacer
Project Overview
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About
This plant-based fat replacer mimics the texture and mouthfeel of traditional fat while significantly reducing calories, saturated fat, and cholesterol. Made using fibre-rich ingredients and a clean, water-based process, it is stable under heat and adaptable across baked goods, dressings, creams, and more. In over 10 formulations, it has replaced up to 100% of fat with no loss of taste or texture, offering manufacturers a cost-effective way to deliver healthier, sustainable products without compromise
Team
Amir Amiri
University of British Columbia
Amir Amiri is a PhD candidate in Food Science at the University of British Columbia and Product Manager at Sustainable Bioproduct Innovations. His research focuses on developing novel protein- and fiber-based fat replacers to create healthier, more sustainable food products without compromising texture or taste. Amir has published widely in international journals, co-authored book chapters, and received multiple awards and fellowships. He loves to bridge academic innovation and industry application to bring scalable, sustainable solutions to market.