Effects of pretreatments on the texture and ascorbic acid content of frozen plantain pulp (Musa paradisiaca).

Author(s) : GIAMI S. Y.

Type of article: Article

Summary

After freezing-thawing, the microwave treatment gives a similar texture to that obtained by calcium chloride pretreatment before freezing. These two treatments are significantly better than water or vapour blanching. The microwave treatment improves ascorbic acid retention.

Details

  • Original title: Effects of pretreatments on the texture and ascorbic acid content of frozen plantain pulp (Musa paradisiaca).
  • Record ID : 1992-2793
  • Languages: English
  • Source: J. Sci. Food Agric. - vol. 55 - n. 4
  • Publication date: 1991

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