Chidinma A. Okafor

Adsorption Isotherms of Extruded Bambara Groundnut (Vigna subterranea) Based Ready-to-eat Breakfast Meal

Chidinma A. Okafor & Kolawole O. Falade · Asian Food Science Journal · 2026

The growing demand for nutrient-rich ready-to-eat foods has increased the need to understand moisture sorption characteristics and packaging stability of extruded Bambara groundnut-based breakfast meals to enhance their quality, safety, and shelf life. The objective of this study...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2026/v25i7888

Isolation and Characterization of Microorganisms from Fermented Cayenne Pepper Obtained from Markets within Enugu Metropolis

Chidinma A. Okafor & Perpetua Ebere Ekwueme · Asian Food Science Journal · 2024

The study investigates the microbial diversity in fermented cayenne pepper sourced from four markets within Enugu metropolis. Fermented foods, including cayenne pepper, are notable for their unique flavors, nutritional benefits, and extended shelf life. This research aims to isol...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2024/v23i8738