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Abstract
Drying is an essential step of extending the shelf life and altering eating qualities of Litopenaeus vannamei. However, during the drying of Litopenaeus vannamei, the formation mechanisms for flavor and Maillard reaction products (MRPs) remain inadequately explored. This study investigated the effects on physicochemical properties, flavor and MRPs following four drying treatments. Microwave drying (MD) demonstrated excellent color, drying rate and aesthetic features. Correlation analyses revealed that when pyrazines accumulated, levels of MRPs like total advanced glycation end products (AGEs) and 5-hydroxymethylfurfural (5-HMF) elevated. It was evident from using glucose-lysine simulation system that characteristic flavor components like 2-nonanone were preserved during MD without further reactions to produce pyrazines and aldehydes, as in air frying and roasted drying. Meanwhile, it prevented the formation of AGEs and 5-HMF. This study offered theoretical direction for the quality monitoring of Litopenaeus vannamei drying.
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Food Chemistry: X, one of three Open Access companion journals to Food Chemistry, follows the same aims, scope, and peer-review process. It focuses on papers advancing food and biochemistry or analytical methods, prioritizing research novelty. Manuscript evaluation considers novelty, scientific rigor, field advancement, and reader interest. Excluded are studies on food molecular sciences or disease cure/prevention. Topics include food component chemistry, bioactives, processing effects, additives, contaminants, and analytical methods. The journal welcome Analytical Papers addressing food microbiology, sensory aspects, and more, emphasizing new methods with robust validation and applicability to diverse foods or regions.