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Safety and Quality of Canned Sardines after Opening: A Shelf-Stability Study.

Author(s) : CRUZ R., PEREIRA V., PINHO T., FERREIRA I. M. P. L. V. O., NOVAIS C., CASAL S.

Type of article: Periodical article

Summary

This study aimed to define the shelf life of canned sardines after opening to increase consumer awareness of their quality and safety and reduce food waste. For this purpose, canned sardines (Sardina pilchardus) packed with different sauces were opened and stored at 4 °C for 7 days. Microbiological, sensorial, physical and chemical stability was monitored daily by standard methodologies. Results show that the overall quality and safety are highly dependent on the sauce type. To preserve their full quality, sardines in brine and in vegetable oil should be consumed up to 1 day after opening, while sardines in tomato sauce were stable for up to 3 days, although none were considered nonedible up to the 7th day. Many parameters demonstrated statistical differences and correlations with storage, although they were not as decisive as sensory evaluation. This integrated approach should be adopted by the food industry and regulating authorities to provide information to consumers regarding the quality and safety of handled goods.

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  • Original title: Safety and Quality of Canned Sardines after Opening: A Shelf-Stability Study.
  • Record ID : 30029847
  • Languages: English
  • Subject: General information
  • Source: Foods - 11 - 7
  • Publishers: MDPI
  • Publication date: 2022/04
  • DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/foods11070991

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