Physicochemical properties of novel non-meat sausages containing natural colorants and preservatives

Naeimeh Akramzadeh, Hedayat Hosseini*, Zahra Pilevar, Nader Karimian Khosroshahi, Kianoush Khosravi-Darani, Rozita Komeyli, Francisco J. Barba, Alessandro Pugliese, Mahesha Manjunatha Poojary, Amin Mousavi Khaneghah

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Abstract

In this study, novel non-meat sausage formulations (egg white, carrageenan, and modified cornstarch) was developed and evaluated for their sensory quality. Based on a full factorial design, optimal levels of ingredients and the effect of the addition of natural coloring agents such as lycopene, paprika oleoresin, and red yeast rice powder were investigated. The formulations were assessed based on models consisting of sensory attributes including cutting ability, flavor, texture, odor, and overall acceptability. According to results of overall acceptability, the optimal levels of carrageenan, modified corn starch, and egg white for the formulation found to be 0.5, 3, and 3% (w/w), respectively. The non-meat sausages containing 3, 0.1, and 0.3 g/kg of paprika oleoresin, red yeast rice, and lycopene, respectively, provided superior sensory acceptance. The developed non-meat sausages contained higher amounts of essential amino acids and lower contents of saturated fats when compared to conventional 40% meat sausages. Practical application: Consumption of red meat based sausages is linked to several health issues including cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. We have attempted to develop “non-meat-based sausages” using egg white, carrageenan, and modified starch, using natural coloring agents and preservatives. Non-meat sausages contained higher amounts of essential amino acids and lower contents of saturated fats when compared to conventional meat sausages. Hence, the introduced formulation without meat can be approached as a new trend to overcome the issues as mentioned above.

Original languageEnglish
Article numbere13660
JournalJournal of Food Processing and Preservation
Volume42
Issue number9
Number of pages8
ISSN0145-8892
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2018
Externally publishedYes

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