Animal proteins from meat and goods derived from meat
have recently
been one of the primary concerns in the quest for sustainable food
production. According to this perspective, there are exciting opportunities
to reformulate more sustainably produced meat products that may also
have health benefits by partially replacing meat with nonmeat substances
high in protein. Considering these pre-existing conditions, this review
critically summarizes recent findings on extenders from a variety
of sources, including pulses, plant-based ingredients, plant byproducts,
and unconventional sources. It views these findings as a valuable
opportunity to improve the technological profile and functional quality
of meat, with a focus on their ability to affect the sustainability
of meat products. As a result, meat substitutes like plant-based meat
analogues (PBMAs), meat made from fungi, and cultured meat are being
offered to encourage sustainability.