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Quality Evaluation of Composite Bread Produced from Wheat and Fermented Cashew Kernel Flours

Bleou Jean Jaurès Touzou, Doudjo Soro, Soronikpoho Soro & Kouadio Ernest Koffi · Asian Food Science Journal · 2019

The aim of this research was to produce bread from composite flours (fermented cashew kernel/wheat), determine their physicochemical and sensory properties. The Hagberg falling number (FN) and rheological properties of wheat flour replaced with fermented cashew kernel flour at 10,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2019/v12i430091

Process Optimization and Characterization of Gamma Irradiation Induced Variations in Functional Properties of Maize (Zea mays L.) Flour

Haq Nawaz, Muhammad Aslam Shad, Sonia Sonia Safdar & Raheela Jabeen · Asian Food Science Journal · 2019

The effect of particle size and high dose gamma irradiation on functional properties of maize flour was studied. The maize flour at three levels of particle size (-177, -250 and -420 µm obtained from sieves of 80, 60 and 40 meshes respectively) was irradiated in transparent glass...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2019/v12i430089

Efficiency of Triple Bagging System and Lippia multiflora Leaves for the Vitamin Quality Preservation of Cowpea Seeds (Vigna unguiculata L. Walp)

Ibrahim Fofana, Kouamé Olivier Chatigre, N’guessan Verdier Abouo & Godi Henri Marius Biego · Asian Food Science Journal · 2019

Aims: To assess the effectiveness of triple bagging systems with or without Lippia multiflora leaves on the vitamin-quality of cowpea seeds during storage. Methodology: Cowpea seeds that have undergone any treatment were collected from producer in the southwest of Côte d’Ivoire....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2019/v12i430090

Ginger Nectar Formulation Based on Oleoresin Using a Central Composite Design

Daouda Sidibe, Adama Coulibaly, Yves Nyamien, Blé Loui Oguielou, Ysidor N’guessan Konan & Godi Henri Marius Biego · Asian Food Science Journal · 2019

Aims : This study aims to determine the organoleptic characteristics of different formulations nectars elaborated with ginger oleoresin. Study Design : Ginger nectars were formulated, using a composite central plan, from oleoresin or ginger rhizome, lemon juice and sugar. Then, t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2019/v12i430088

Quality Characteristics of Soy Milk-Fluted Pumpkin Leaf Based Product

M. E. Korshima, A. I. Sengev, I. O. Acham & S. A. Ahemen · Asian Food Science Journal · 2019

The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of the addition of fluted pumpkin leaves extract on the physicochemical properties, microbiological quality and organoleptic attributes of the soy milk using standard methods. Five blend ratios and codes of 100:0 (Sample A),...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2019/v12i330087

Production and Use of Cola Follicles (Cola nitida Vent. Schott & Endl.) Potash in the Formulation of "Kabatôh" in Côte d’Ivoire

Sidibe Daouda, Nyamien Yves, Adama Coulibaly, Dosso Lassina, Konan Ysidor & Biego Henri · Asian Food Science Journal · 2019

Aims: The objective of this study was to produce and use potash from kola follicles (Cola nitda) in the formulation of an ethnic or traditional foods namely kabatôh. Study Design: 17 formulations of kabatôh carried out in the presence of potash were subjected to a sensory analysi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2019/v12i330086

Effectiveness of the Ruku-ruku Leaf Solution (Ocimum sanctum) as a Natural Preservative in Indian Mackerel (Rastrelliger sp.) during Low-temperature Storage

Muhammad Heffiqri Riady, Iis Rostini, Yuli Andriani & Rusky Intan Pratama · Asian Food Science Journal · 2019

This research was conducted to determine the shelf life of Indian mackerel by giving ruku-ruku leaf solution at different concentrations on phytochemical test, amount of bacteria, degree of acidity (pH), weight loss, and water content in Indian mackerel during low-temperature sto...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2019/v12i330084

Isolation and Partial Characterization of 2-Deoxy-D-glucose Resistant Saccharomyces cerevisiae Strain from Fruits Harvested in Yamagata, Japan

Takeshi Nagai, Tomoyuki Nakagawa, Norihisa Kai, Yasuhiro Tanoue & Nobutaka Suzuki · Asian Food Science Journal · 2019

Aims: The study aimed to isolate and characterize 2-deoxy-D-glucose (2-DG) resistant Saccharomyces cerevisiae from fruits to establish distinctive bread making technology using wild-type yeasts in the future. Study Design: The research was conducted experimentally. Place and Dura...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2019/v12i330085

Awareness of Hygiene and Safety Practices on Raw Milk Produced and Consumed in Kiambu County, Kenya

Stephen K. Njoroge & Lucy G. Njue · Asian Food Science Journal · 2019

Background: In Kenya Food safety has been a subject of concern in the recent past due to an increase in chronic illnesses. This was triggered by challenges in quality control, unregulated trade of milk by hawkers, and a minimal level of safety awareness among the farmers. Objecti...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2019/v12i230082

Assessment of Safety Practices in Garri Production among Cassava Processors in Ido Local Government Area Oyo State Nigeria

A. S. Adeoye, O. O. Oke & J. O. Ogunsola · Asian Food Science Journal · 2019

The study assessed safety practices carried out in garri production among the cassava processors in Ido Local Government area, Oyo State, Nigeria. Purposive sampling technique was used in selecting 104 cassava processors from three (3) wards in the study area. Parameters examined...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2019/v12i230081

Health Benefit-risk Analysis of Locally Cultivated Mango Fruits and Branded Mango Beverages in Adamawa State, Nigeria

I. B. Bwatanglang, S. T. Magili, Y. Musa, S. P. Zira, P. Alexander & Y. Adamu · Asian Food Science Journal · 2019

In this study, the vitamin, nutrient, antinutrient and heavy metal concentrations in Powdered mango fruit juices (sachet brands) (PMFJ), Liquid mango fruit juices (LMFJ), and Fresh or raw mango fruits juices (FMFJ) were assessed toward establishing a tradeoff between their health...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2019/v12i230079

The Characteristic of Fried Bilih Fish from Tanah Datar and Solok Regency

Nabila Auva Athiyya Bari, Rusky Intan Pratama, Iis Rostini & Eddy Afrianto · Asian Food Science Journal · 2019

This research aim to know the comparison between the fried bilih fish from Sumpur and Paninggahan district in West Sumatra Province, Indonesia. This research conducted from February to June 2019 in Technology Fishery Laboratory of Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Science, Testing...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2019/v12i230080

Histological Study of the Polarity of Yam Tuber (Dioscorea spp.) at the Beginning of Tuberization

Kouadio Claver Degbeu, Aïssatou Coulibaly, Tetchi Achille Fabrice & N’Guessan Georges Amani · Asian Food Science Journal · 2019

Yam, like most roots and tubers, has a tissue variation that is responsible for the difference in cooking observed during culinary preparations. In order to understand the origin of this variation, this study was conducted through optical microscope and SEM observation of the beg...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2019/v12i230078

Evaluation of the Physico-chemical and Antioxidant Activity Properties of Attieke Flour Enriched with Cashew Kernel (Anacardium occidentale L.) and Moringa (Moringa oleifera L.) Powders

Salimata Kone, Doudjo Soro & Ernest Kouadio Koffi · Asian Food Science Journal · 2019

The objective of this study is to produce an infant flour based on attiéké enriched with Moringa oleifera and cashew kernel (Anacardium ¶occidentale L.) powders. For this purpose, Moringa oleifera powder is incorporated in proportions of 10%, 15% and 20% into two types of composi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2019/v12i130077