Aims: This research aims to study the process of making Caulerpa seaweed flour and extract; analyzed the antioxidant activity and inhibitory antibacterial activity of Caulerpa flour. Study Design: The experimental design used in the first stage is the T-test by comparing the two...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2022/v21i11596
This study investigated the production and quality evaluation of selected spices [Ginger (Zingiber officinale), garlic (Allium sativum), turmeric (Curcuma longa) and clove (Syzygium aromaticum)]. The spices were labeled GP (garlic powder), TP (turmeric powder), CP (cloves powder)...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2022/v21i11595
Optimization of process condition (blanching and drying) on the beta-carotene content of orange fleshed sweet potato (mother delight) using response surface methodology was studied. Sweet potatoes were washed, peeled, diced, blanched, and dried at various temperature ranges. Nutr...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2022/v21i11594
M. K. S. Malki, J. A. A. C. Wijesinghe, R. H. M. K. Ratnayake, G. C. Thilakarathna & K. A. P. Manamperi·Asian Food Science Journal·2022
Arrowroot (Maranta arundinacea) is an underutilized tuber crop in Sri Lanka that produces a gluten-free, easily digestible starch. This research aimed to determine the variance of arrowroot starch granular morphology among the plants grown in five different provinces (Western, No...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2022/v21i11593
Aims: The aim of this study is the utilization of Garden Cress seeds (Lepidium sativum L.) as natural sources of phenols, flavonoids and dietary fiber in salted biscuits Methodology: Salted biscuits prepared by substitution of wheat flour with 5, 7.5 and 10% of garden cress powde...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2022/v21i11592
Aim: Processing of citrus fruits results in the production of a >40 million tons of by-products worldwide and a major part of this by product is its peels. These peels have the potential of acting as a good nutraceutical resource owing to its high dietary fibre content and phe...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2022/v21i11591
Ekpeno Sunday Ukpong, Eucharia Uloma Onyeka, Gloria C. Omeire & Chika C. Ogueke·Asian Food Science Journal·2022
Germinated brown rice (GBR) was produced from FARO 44 rice cultivar by sterilizing the paddy in sodium hypochlorite solution, steeping it in potable water and germination of the de-husked grain. Germination temperatures were maintained at 30 and 40oC for 12 and 36 h. The mould co...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2022/v21i1030480
A. O. Akinwumi, C. O. Olagoke, S. J. Ayoola, A. K. Ola, R. A. Atandah, B. S. Olawuyi, O. O. Olatunji & A. A. Odunsi·Asian Food Science Journal·2022
Consumer awareness and health consciousness has resulted in the use of natural additives or alternative methods to extend shelf life and improve food safety. The present study evaluated the quality and shelf-life of lamb meat sausage prepared with different natural antioxidants....
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2022/v21i10608
A. O. Akinwumi, A. A. Odunsi, T. Y. Adeniji, S. J. Ayoola, K. K. Arasi, D. E. Adebolujo, M. O. Salaudeen, M. A. Adeboye & M. A. Adesina·Asian Food Science Journal·2022
This study evaluated the effect of breeds, processing methods, natural antioxidants and storage period of Suya from mutton. A total of 12 sheep (six each from Balami and Ouda) were weighed, slaughtered and allotted to three processing methods which are scalding, singeing and skin...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2022/v21i10613
Pineapples (Ananas comosus L. Merr) contain beneficial properties and the object of the study is to compare the physical and chemical properties of two local varieties of pineapples and their prepared bakery products such as jelly and biscuit using flesh of pineapple as one of th...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2022/v21i1030479
The Aim / Objective: Using eggplant puree to reduce fats and egg in bakery products to reduce calorie and increase nutritional value of cake (muffins) also, technological and sensory evaluation of muffin produced. Maximizing the use of eggplant from an economic point of view, as...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2022/v21i1030478
Background: Jute mallow (Corchorus olitorius) is a nutritious African leafy vegetable that is grown and consumed by local communities in Kenya. However, despite its nutritional superiority, its utilization is limited primarily due to its seasonality. Aim: This study sought to doc...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2022/v21i1030477
Aims: The purpose of this paper is to develop a biscuit incorporated with defatted soy flour and strawberry powder to enhance its nutritional value of it. Methodology: The proportion of rice flour and defatted soy four were 25% and the level of strawberry powder used for making bi...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2022/v21i1030476
White/cream colourbambara groundnut (BGN) seed (Vigna subterranean L.) Was grouped into 12 portions and subjected to different processing methods by soaking in water at room temperature (280C) for 12- 48h and further boiling for different times (30 – 60min). The soaked-boiled see...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2022/v21i1030475
Aim and Objectives: The aim of this study is to create Canarium flavor with the main ingredient (Body note) being Canarium album (Lour.) Raeusch essential oil and natural essential oils found in Vietnam for soft candy product. Materials and Methods: All the materials for making t...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2022/v21i1030474