Xiaoxuan Zhang , Shijie Wan , Shuojia Liang , Yuanyuan Jiang , Xueke Chen , Yijiao Zou , Cuilan Fang , Xiang Lu , Yun Zhou , Guohua Zhao , Lin Lei
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Abstract
Collagen peptides (CP) are widely utilized in dairy products for stabilization, gelation, and fat replacement. However, the mechanism of CP-polysaccharides complexes on the rheology and lubrication properties of skimmed yogurt remains underexplored. This study investigated effects of 0.5 % fish CP and its complexes with chitosan (CS), β-glucan (βG), and sodium hyaluronate (HA) on the structural, rheological, tribological, and sensory attributes of skimmed milk during acidification. Small-angle X-ray scattering revealed acidification at pH 4.6 caused a smoothing of high-q features, suggesting casein micelles aggregation and a more homogeneous gel structure. Microscopic analyses indicated CP addition, particularly with βG (CP-βG, 8:2 & 6:4), improved gel continuity and reduced syneresis, thereby enhancing creaminess and smoothness. Conversely, the CS addition and elevated HA concentrations disrupted the casein network, increasing syneresis due to polyelectrolyte complex formation and bridging flocculation. These findings suggested specific CP-polysaccharides combinations could potentially improve the quality of skimmed yogurt.
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Food Chemistry publishes original research papers dealing with the advancement of the chemistry and biochemistry of foods or the analytical methods/ approach used. All papers should focus on the novelty of the research carried out.