date:May 12, 2012
Several reports recently highlighted the use of the additive, formally known as transglutaminase, by processors to bind smaller cuts of pork and beef to create a uniform and solid piece of steak.
Meat processors are concerned that these reports may lead to public anger against the use of the additive, similar to the recent controversy over the use of ammonia-treated beef filler which was called as pink slime by critics.
The powder substance, which is developed from beef plasma and other sources,