Quality evaluation of mutton nuggets incorporated with optimized level of flaxseed flour

Purpose Flaxseed is considered as a source of functional ingredients because it contains alpha-linolenic acid and high amount of dietary fiber which provides potential health benefits. Therefore, this paper aims to evaluate the effect of flaxseed flour on the quality of mutton nuggets. Design/methodology/approach Mutton nuggets were incorporated with three different levels of hydrated flaxseed flour (1:1), namely, 4, 8 and 12 per cent to optimize the level of incorporation. Detailed profile analysis was carried out to study various physico-chemical parameters, texture profile analysis and color values in the product with optimum level and compared with control product. Findings There was no significant difference (p > 0.05) in sensory attributes of product with 4 and 8 per cent level of incorporation except for binding; however, significantly lower (p < 0.01) scores were observed for 12 per cent incorporation level. On the basis of sensory scores, 8 per cent level of incorporation was adjudged as optimum. Incorporation of flaxseed flour resulted in significantly lower (p < 0.01) moisture content, but higher (p < 0.01) fat and dietary fiber content. Texture profile analysis showed increased hardness of the product but resulted in decreased springiness and chewiness parameters. Incorporation of flaxseed flour significantly increased (p < 0.01) redness and yellowness of the product which improved overall acceptability. Originality/value The research work is original.

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Development and quality assessment of chicken cutlets enrobed with bread crumbs vis-à-vis dried carrot pomace

Nutrition & Food Science ◽

10.1108/nfs-06-2016-0082 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 47 (5) ◽

pp. 700-709 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Yogesh Kumar ◽

Vinay Kumar Tanwar ◽

Anurag Pandey ◽

Prateek Shukla ◽

Vikas Sharma

Keyword(s):

Sensory Evaluation ◽

Profile Analysis ◽

Meat Products ◽

Chemical Properties ◽

Sensory Attributes ◽

Texture Profile Analysis ◽

Control Group ◽

Content Type ◽

Texture Profile ◽

Physico Chemical

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to develop chicken cutlets enrobed with bread crumbs vis-à-vis dried carrot pomace and to assess its effect on physico-chemical properties, sensory attributes and texture profile analysis. Design/methodology/approach Three experimental groups were made: control group chicken cutlets (C), chicken cutlets enrobed with bread crumbs group (Tb) and chicken cutlets enrobed with dried carrot pomace group (Tc). All the procedures used in the study for estimation of various physico-chemical properties, sensory evaluation and texture profile analysis were standard protocols. Findings There was a significant (p < 0.05) increase in water holding capacity, crude fibre content and ash content of enrobed chicken cutlets, whereas moisture, fat content and shrinkage of product were significantly (p < 0.05) decreased. The results for sensory evaluation and texture profile analysis of enrobed chicken cutlets were better than control group. Overall acceptability score of chicken cutlets enrobed with dried carrot pomace was revealed to be highest (7.5 ± 0.29) and that of control group was found to be lowest (6.4 ± 0.22). Hardness (N/cm2) value found for control group chicken cutlets, chicken cutlets enrobed with bread crumbs group and chicken cutlets enrobed with dried carrot pomace group were 2.2 ± 0.17, 3.1 ± 0.29 and 4.3 ± 0.27, respectively. Research limitations/implications Future research may benefit to assess the effect of enrobing with bread crumbs and dried carrot pomace on mineral and vitamin content and lipid profile of meat products. Originality/value Enrobing of chicken cutlets with bread crumbs and dried carrot pomace improved the sensory attributes along with texture profile analysis. Hence, enrobing with bread crumbs and dried carrot pomace could be used as processing technology to improve sensory appeal, especially crispiness of meat products.

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Sensory analysis and texture profile of chorizo using blends of rabbit meat and textured soybean protein

Nova Scientia ◽

10.21640/ns.v10i21.1601 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 10 (21) ◽

pp. 391-402

Author(s):

Armando Zepeda Bastida ◽

Maricela Ayala Martinez ◽

Rosa Hayde Alfaro Rodríguez ◽

Norma Güemes Vera ◽

Sergio Soto Simental

Keyword(s):

Sensory Analysis ◽

Profile Analysis ◽

Soybean Protein ◽

Meat Product ◽

B Value ◽

Texture Profile Analysis ◽

Texture Profile ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Rabbit Meat ◽

Processed Products

Rabbit meat usage in processed products is low. However, rabbit meat raw sausage can be an alternative to increase this meat’s market share. The objective of this study was to determine the effect of blending textured soybean protein and rabbit meat on the texture profile analysis and sensory properties of the chorizo. Five treatments were designed, one control and another four using blends of rabbit meat and textured soybean in ratios of 10, 20, 30 and 40%. Measurements were water activity, texture profile analysis, and color, while a sensory test was conducted at the end of experiments for four treatments. The main results indicate that Aw and pH values decreased (p< 0.05), while b* value increased with storage time (p<0.05). L* value decreased after 7 d vacuum packing, but then increased after 14 d. Treatment with 20% of textured soybean results in less hardness and more springiness. Sensory analysis indicates that there is not significant difference in odor global appearance in all treatments (p>0.05), but color, hardness and taste were different (p<0.05). In conclusion, textured soybean protein can be blended with rabbit meat for processing chorizo. The meat product obtained has sensorial characteristics, a texture profile, Aw and color acceptable for this kind of raw sausage, especially in blends with 20 and 30% of textured soybean protein. Moreover, the blend of these two meat ingredients improved nutritional properties and could therefore be offering as a functional meat product.

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