Investigating characteristic fingerprints and volatile flavor compound variations during the fermentation of Guangxi bamboo shoot using HS-GC-IMS and HS-SPME-GC-MS

Fermentation assumes a crucial role in the flavor formation of Guangxi fermented bamboo shoots (GFBS). However, the dynamics of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) during GFBS fermentation remain poorly understood. Thus, we used HS-GC-IMS and HS-SPME-GC-MS to investigate the changes in VOCs composition during GFBS fermentation, providing clear differentiation for the fermentation stages of GFBS. We identified 96 VOCs by GC-MS and 26 VOCs by GC-IMS, among which 11 VOCs were concurrently detected by both methods. Most of these VOCs were produced during the early and mid-fermentation stages. In addition, 24 VOCs were marker VOCs of GFBS during different fermentation stages. Notably, acetic acid, nonenal, (+)-beta-cedrene, 2-pinene, 2, 6-dimethylpyrazine, and trimethylbenzene can be used as markers for the late fermentation of GFBS. These results not only illuminate the complex changes in VOCs, but also provide valuable insights for enhancing fermentation techniques to enhance the flavor quality of GFBS.