Nutritional, physicochemical, and functional properties of Hawaiian taro (Colocasia esculenta) flours: A comparative study.
J Food Sci
; 89(5): 2629-2644, 2024 May.
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ABSTRACT
Taro (Colocasia esculenta) flour is a viable carbohydrate alternative and a functional additive for food formulation; however, different taro varieties may possess distinct characteristics that may influence their suitability for food production. This study evaluated the nutritional, physicochemical, and functional properties of flours from five Hawaiian taro varieties Bun-Long, Mana Ulu, Moi, Kaua'i Lehua, and Tahitian. Tahitian, Bun-long, and Moi had high total starch contents of 40.8, 38.9, and 34.1 g/100 g, respectively. Additionally, Moi had the highest neutral detergent fiber (25.5 g/100 g), lignin (1.39 g/100 g), and cellulose (5.31 g/100 g). In terms of physicochemical properties, Tahitian showed the highest water solubility index (33.3 g/100 g), while Tahitian and Moi exhibited the two highest water absorption indices (5.81 g/g and 5.68 g/g, respectively). Regarding functional properties, Tahitian had the highest water absorption capacity (3.48 g/g), and Tahitian and Moi had the two highest oil absorption capacities (3.15 g/g and 2.68 g/g, respectively). Therefore, the flours from these Hawaiian taro varieties possess promising characteristics that could enhance food quality when used as alternative additives in food processing.
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Amido
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Fibras na Dieta
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Colocasia
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Farinha
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Valor Nutritivo
País como assunto:
America do norte
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En
Ano de publicação:
2024
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