Sheng Huang , Yan Cao , Yijia Zhang, Yin Fu, Erchao Li, Caifeng Jia
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Abstract
Flammulina velutipes polysaccharides (FVPs) have shown promise as cryoprotectants in food preservation. This study investigates the specific role of FVP in inhibiting ice recrystallization and preserving the quality of Pacific white peeled shrimp during freeze-thaw cycles. The effects of FVPs at varying concentrations (0.5%, 1%, and 2%) were evaluated by analyzing ice crystal morphology, water-holding capacity, and tissue integrity. The results demonstrated that a 1% FVP concentration was most effective in reducing ice crystal size and preserving shrimp texture after thawing. FVP at this concentration interferes with ice crystal growth by altering water structure and inhibiting the aggregation of ice crystals, which helps maintain cellular integrity and reduce tissue damage. These findings highlight the potential of FVP as a targeted cryoprotectant, improving both the quality and shelf life of frozen shrimp, with implications for optimizing freezing techniques in the seafood industry.
期刊介绍:
The journal publishes original research and review papers on any subject at the interface between food and engineering, particularly those of relevance to industry, including:
Engineering properties of foods, food physics and physical chemistry; processing, measurement, control, packaging, storage and distribution; engineering aspects of the design and production of novel foods and of food service and catering; design and operation of food processes, plant and equipment; economics of food engineering, including the economics of alternative processes.
Accounts of food engineering achievements are of particular value.