Acheta domesticus - Novel food ingredient: influence on cereal products quality and acrylamide content

In some countries, the use of insects as food is traditional. However, in Europe, this alternative source of nutrients is still new, and consumers react differently to this offer. With the regulation of some raw materials prepared from insects in Europe, a need has arised for their adaptation in the food industry. Today it is important to understand that consumers in Europe are not ready to choose insects as main food source. However, the inclusion of raw materials prepared from insects into traditional food product formulas could be promising. [..].