AMN’s pre-gelatinised pea starch for frozen applications

As the demand for plant-based and healthy foods continues to rise, food manufacturers face a key challenge: how to create alternatives that are not only sustainable—but also deliver on texture, taste, and clean-label standards.

At AMN, we help you meet that challenge. Our pea-based pre-gelatinised starch Startex® is a high-functional ingredient for vegan frozen desserts.

Why Pea Starch?

Like other pulses, peas (Pisum Sativum) play an important role in healthy nutrition and environmental sustainability.

Peas (Pisum Sativum) offer an exceptional nutritional and environmental profile:

• Rich in high biological value protein, dietary fibre, and a number of essential minerals and vitamins
• Medium-low glycemic starch
• Legumes have an important role in fertilizing the soil
• Naturally supports soil health and crop rotation
• Require less amount of water than soy or dairy protein
• Have a low carbon footprint

These benefits make peas a smart, sustainable choice for food production.

Startex®: Functional Starch for Plant-Based Ice Cream Innovation

Startex® is a pre-gelatinised pea starch optimised for vegan ice cream production. It can replace high glycaemic index starches like tapioca or potato without compromising on the quality.

With Startex®, manufacturers can develop sorbet or creamy-style ice creams with perfect texture, mouthfeel, and taste.

Product Advantages:

• Suitable for both creamy and sorbet-style vegan ice creams
• Low/medium glycaemic index pea starch
• Clean-label: gluten-free, GMO-free, allergen-friendly
• Certified: BRC, Halal, and Kosher
• Several flavoring options

Application Support

Whether you’re developing a new vegan product line or reformulating to meet modern standards, AMN provides comprehensive technical support.

Our recipes for Coconut & Lime and Passion Fruit ice cream demonstrate Startex®’s performance in real applications—and can be adapted to local consumer preferences. 

Let’s Innovate Together

Whether you’re launching a new vegan range or reformulating existing SKUs, AMN is your partner in product development. We offer hands-on technical support, reliable ingredient supply, and a focus on clean-label innovation.

Contact us to learn more about Startex®