Impact of adding papain to sous vide cooking on texture and sensorial traits of marinated semitendinosus beefsteaks.

Sous vide meat is an emerging food category, the consumption of which has increased owing to greater convenience, sensory traits, elderly consumers acceptance, and low-cost cuts use. However, required prolonged thermal treatment to achieve desired tenderness, impact energy-consumption besides triggering lipid oxidation, undesired off-flavors, and cooked meat profiles. Using a response surface methodology (RSM), this study evaluated the effects of the vegetal proteolytic papain (0 to 20 mg/kg) and low-temperature sous vide cooking (SVC) time (1 to 8 h at 65°C) in low-value marinated M. semitendinosus beefsteaks on technological characteristics associated with tenderness, and lipid oxidation. Additionally, the sensory profile traits of the pre-selected treatments were described using check-all-that-apply (CATA) and preference mapping. Shear force (WBsSF) was reduced with greater papain addition, whereas higher cooking losses (CL) were observed with longer SVC cooking times. Both the released total collagen and TBARS values increased with increasing papain concentrations and SVC times. Combining high levels of papain (>10 mg/kg) and SVC time (>6 h) resulted in lower WBsSF values (<20 N) but higher CL (>27%) and the CATA descriptors "aftertaste" and "mushy." The optimized conditions (14 mg/kg papain; 2 h SVC) also reduced WBsSF values (<26 N) with lower CL (<20%) and were most preferred and described as "juicy" and "tender" by consumers. Observed results suggest that combined mild SVC and papain may potentiate tenderness, conjointly favor juiciness and oxidation, further representing a promising tool for reducing SVC time without compromising valued sous vide sensory traits.

Synbiotic açaí juice (Euterpe oleracea) containing sucralose as noncaloric sweetener: Processing optimization, bioactive compounds, and acceptance during storage.

This study aimed to evaluate the fermentation process of Lacticaseibacillus casei in the açaí juice, and to evaluate the addition of fructooligosaccharides and sucrose. The organic acids, anthocyanins, polyphenolic compounds, and antioxidant activity were also investigated during fermentation. Moreover, the impact of sucrose and sucralose on microbial viability and sensory acceptance of synbiotic products was evaluated during 42 days storage at refrigerated conditions. The conditions for synbiotic juice production were the initial pH of 6.1 and fermentation undertaken at 28 °C for 22 hr. During fermentation, the higher viability was obtained when a combination of 40 g/L of FOS+10 g/L of sucrose was used (9.70 ± 0.01 log CFU/mL). The lactic acid increased from 0.82 to 1.29 g/L during the fermentation while citric acid decreased from 1.05 to 0.75 g/L. The cyanidin-3-O-rutinoside, polyphenolic compounds, and antioxidant activity increased. Thus, fermentation improved the functional value of the beverage. The L. casei viability reduced from 9.71 ± 0.04 to 8.90 ± 0.06 log CFU/ mL in the juice with sucrose, and from 9.71 ± 0.04 to 8.71 ± 0.14 log CFU/ mL in the juice with sucralose. Thus, the açaí juice is a viable matrix for the synbiotic food, which allows the viability maintenance during the storage. Regarding sensory acceptance, the internal preference mapping indicated an increase in the color preference with the storage of synbiotic juices. However, the flavor and overall acceptance reduced with storage. Nevertheless, the flavor and overall acceptance of juice with sucralose were better than the juice with sucrose. After 42 days of storage, penalty analysis revealed that beverage with sucrose showed a lack of sweet taste and excess of sour taste. Thus, a high-quality açaí product with viable probiotic microorganism, high anthocyanins, and polyphenolic compounds contents could be obtained, which can be exploited for commercial use. PRACTICAL APPLICATION: Synbiotic açaí juice is a healthier alternative to consuming products containing this fruit. The inclusion of probiotic microorganisms and prebiotic fructooligosaccharides increased bioactive compounds contents during the shelf life of the juice. The sensory evaluation using the internal preference mapping revealed that the juice flavor with sucralose was better accepted than the juice formulated with addition of sucrose.

Insights into Drivers of Liking for Avocado Pulp (Persea americana): Integration of Descriptive Variables and Predictive Modeling.

Trends in new food products focus on low-carbohydrate ingredients rich in healthy fats, proteins, and micronutrients; thus, avocado has gained worldwide attention. This study aimed to use predictive modeling to identify the potential sensory drivers of liking for avocado pulp by evaluating acceptability scores and sensory descriptive profiles of two commercial and five non-commercial cultivars. Macronutrient composition, instrumental texture, and color were also characterized. Trained panelists performed a descriptive profile of nineteen sensory attributes. Affective data from frequent avocado adult consumers (n = 116) were collected for predictive modeling of an external preference map (R2 = 0.98), which provided insight into sensory descriptors that drove preference for particular avocado pulps. The descriptive map explained 67.6% of the variance in sensory profiles. Most accepted pulps were from Hass and Colin V-33; the latter had sweet and green flavor notes. Descriptive flavor attributes related to liking were global impact, oily, and creamy. Sensory drivers of texture liking included creamy/oily, lipid residue, firmness, and cohesiveness. Instrumental stickiness was disliked and inversely correlated to dry-matter and lipids (r = -0.87 and -0.79, respectively). Color differences (∆Eab*) also contributed to dislike. Sensory-guided selection of avocado fruits and ingredients can develop products with high acceptability in breeding and industrialization strategies.

Sensory attributes of coffee beverages and their relation to price and package information: A case study of Colombian customers' preferences.

Sensory analysis is a powerful tool for creating profiles of food and beverages based on information perceived by the human senses. This paper investigates 18 of the most popular Colombian coffees. Individuals from nine different cities assessed products in two different ways: degree of presence (absence) of sensory properties and degree of acceptance (liking). The results focused on identifying variations in sensory evaluations due to the city, as well as classification of the products according to their degree of acceptance or rejection, and investigating associations between sensory attributes, price, and label-package information. A correspondence analysis allowed us to investigate the variation introduced by the factor city. The most preferred/rejected products were identified through preference mapping. The level of intensity of the smelling sensory attribute positively affects the price and the information presented at the product´s label-package. However, tasting attributes negatively affects price and perceptions of the product´s label-package information. We conclude that smelling sensory attributes has greater impact on purchase intentions than tasting attributes. Decision-makers should manage scent, price, and label-package characteristics wisely because they are part of the first experience of the customer.

Physicochemical and sensory properties of papaya fruits of elite lines and hybrids / Características físico-químicas e sensoriais de frutos de híbridos e linhagens elites de mamoeiro

This study aimed to evaluate papaya elite lines and hybrids as to fruit physicochemical and sensory characteristics, thus identifying the most promising ones for the market. Fruits from improved genotypes of the Solo group (CMF H10.60, CMF L78, and UC 14) and Formosa group (CMF L10, UC 10, and UC 12) were evaluated, and the commercial cultivars Golden and Tainung nº 1 were used as controls. The following physical and physicochemical evaluations were performed: fruit length and diameter, fruit inner cavity diameter, fruit weight, fruit and pulp firmness, soluble solids, pH, titratable acidity, Ratio (soluble solids and titratable acidit relation), and firmness of peeled and unpeeled ripe fruits. Sensory tests were performed with 50 papaya consumers. In general, the improved genotypes of the Solo and Formosa groups showed similar physical and physicochemical characteristics to the Golden and Tainung n 1 controls. The CMF L78 line of the Solo group and the UC10 hybrid of the Formosa group showed similar fruit firmness and ratio characteristics compared to both commercial cultivars. The three new genotypes in the Solo group showed superior sensory characteristics to the commercial cultivar Golden. The internal preference mapping of this group revealed a higher preference for the genotypes UC 14 and CMF L78, for having fruits with more intense color, stronger flavor, and firmer texture than the others. In the Formosa group, the UC 10 genotype outperformed the cultivar Tainung nº 1, with a global acceptance percentage of 96.15%, due to a more intense aroma, color, and flavor. The CMF L78 line of the Solo group and the UC 10 hybrid of the Formosa group have excellent physicochemical and sensory characteristics and are therefore promising alternatives to replace both commercial cultivars (Golden and Tainung nº 1).(AU)

O objetivo deste trabalho foi avaliar linhagens e híbridos elites de mamoeiro quanto às características físico-químicas e sensoriais de frutos, visando identificar os mais promissores para o mercado. Foram avaliados frutos de genótipos melhorados do grupo Solo (CMF H10.60, CMF L78, UC 14) e do grupo Formosa (CMF L10, UC 10, UC 12), e como testemunhas as variedades comerciais Golden e Tainung nº 1. Foram realizadas as seguintes avaliações físicas e físico-químicas: comprimento e diâmetro do fruto, diâmetro da cavidade interna dos frutos, peso do fruto, firmeza do fruto e da polpa, sólidos solúveis, pH, acidez titulável Ratio (razão entre sólidos solúveis e acidez titulável) e firmeza dos frutos maduros com casca e sem a casca. Os testes sensoriais foram realizados com 50 consumidores de mamão. De uma forma geral, os genótipos melhorados do grupo Solo e Formosa apresentaram características físicas e físico-químicas semelhantes às testemunhas Golden e Tainung nº1. A linhagem CMF L78, do grupo Solo, e o híbrido UC10, do grupo Formosa, apresentaram características de firmeza de fruto e Ratio semelhantes às cultivares comerciais Golden e Tainung nº1. Em relação às características sensoriais dos genótipos do grupo Solo, os três novos genótipos superaram a cultivar comercial Golden. O mapa de preferência interno desse grupo revelou uma maior preferência para os genótipos UC 14 e CMF L78, que foram considerados frutos com cor mais intensa, sabor mais forte e textura mais firme que os demais. No grupo Formosa, o genótipo UC 10 superou a cultivar Tainung n°1, com percentual de aceitação global 96,15% e foi considerado com aroma, cor e sabor mais intensos. A linhagem CMF L78, do grupo Solo, e o híbrido UC 10, do grupo Formosa, apresentam excelentes características físico-químicas e sensoriais e, portanto, são alternativas promissoras para substituir as cultivares comerciais Golden e Tainung n°1.(AU)

Physicochemical and sensory properties of papaya fruits of elite lines and hybrids / Características físico-químicas e sensoriais de frutos de híbridos e linhagens elites de mamoeiro

This study aimed to evaluate papaya elite lines and hybrids as to fruit physicochemical and sensory characteristics, thus identifying the most promising ones for the market. Fruits from improved genotypes of the Solo group (CMF H10.60, CMF L78, and UC 14) and Formosa group (CMF L10, UC 10, and UC 12) were evaluated, and the commercial cultivars Golden and Tainung nº 1 were used as controls. The following physical and physicochemical evaluations were performed: fruit length and diameter, fruit inner cavity diameter, fruit weight, fruit and pulp firmness, soluble solids, pH, titratable acidity, Ratio (soluble solids and titratable acidit relation), and firmness of peeled and unpeeled ripe fruits. Sensory tests were performed with 50 papaya consumers. In general, the improved genotypes of the Solo and Formosa groups showed similar physical and physicochemical characteristics to the Golden and Tainung n 1 controls. The CMF L78 line of the Solo group and the UC10 hybrid of the Formosa group showed similar fruit firmness and ratio characteristics compared to both commercial cultivars. The three new genotypes in the Solo group showed superior sensory characteristics to the commercial cultivar Golden. The internal preference mapping of this group revealed a higher preference for the genotypes UC 14 and CMF L78, for having fruits with more intense color, stronger flavor, and firmer texture than the others. In the Formosa group, the UC 10 genotype outperformed the cultivar Tainung nº 1, with a global acceptance percentage of 96.15%, due to a more intense aroma, color, and flavor. The CMF L78 line of the Solo group and the UC 10 hybrid of the Formosa group have excellent physicochemical and sensory characteristics and are therefore promising alternatives to replace both commercial cultivars (Golden and Tainung nº 1).

O objetivo deste trabalho foi avaliar linhagens e híbridos elites de mamoeiro quanto às características físico-químicas e sensoriais de frutos, visando identificar os mais promissores para o mercado. Foram avaliados frutos de genótipos melhorados do grupo Solo (CMF H10.60, CMF L78, UC 14) e do grupo Formosa (CMF L10, UC 10, UC 12), e como testemunhas as variedades comerciais Golden e Tainung nº 1. Foram realizadas as seguintes avaliações físicas e físico-químicas: comprimento e diâmetro do fruto, diâmetro da cavidade interna dos frutos, peso do fruto, firmeza do fruto e da polpa, sólidos solúveis, pH, acidez titulável Ratio (razão entre sólidos solúveis e acidez titulável) e firmeza dos frutos maduros com casca e sem a casca. Os testes sensoriais foram realizados com 50 consumidores de mamão. De uma forma geral, os genótipos melhorados do grupo Solo e Formosa apresentaram características físicas e físico-químicas semelhantes às testemunhas Golden e Tainung nº1. A linhagem CMF L78, do grupo Solo, e o híbrido UC10, do grupo Formosa, apresentaram características de firmeza de fruto e Ratio semelhantes às cultivares comerciais Golden e Tainung nº1. Em relação às características sensoriais dos genótipos do grupo Solo, os três novos genótipos superaram a cultivar comercial Golden. O mapa de preferência interno desse grupo revelou uma maior preferência para os genótipos UC 14 e CMF L78, que foram considerados frutos com cor mais intensa, sabor mais forte e textura mais firme que os demais. No grupo Formosa, o genótipo UC 10 superou a cultivar Tainung n°1, com percentual de aceitação global 96,15% e foi considerado com aroma, cor e sabor mais intensos. A linhagem CMF L78, do grupo Solo, e o híbrido UC 10, do grupo Formosa, apresentam excelentes características físico-químicas e sensoriais e, portanto, são alternativas promissoras para substituir as cultivares comerciais Golden e Tainung n°1.

Mapeo de preferencias e innovación basada en comportamiento del consumidor sobre la categoría de frituras a base de papa en el mercado colombiano / Preference Mapping and Customer Based Innovation Applied to Potato Based Snacks Market in Colombia

Resumen El mapeo de preferencias es una técnica inspirada en la psicología matemática con el objetivo de optimizar procesos productivos y de innovación centrada en el consumidor. El presente estudio socializa los hallazgos de la aplicación de esta técnica sobre el mercado de pasabocas a base de papa con sabor natural en Colombia. Un total de 462 participantes de las ciudades de Bogotá, Medellín, Cali y Barranquilla participaron en el experimento probando ocho productos, cuatro actualmente distribuidos en Colombia, cuatro prototipos, una importación de México y una importación Argentina. Luego de obtener óptimos indicadores de bondad de ajuste en modelos de escalamiento multidimensional, los resultados indican que las preferencias de los participantes en esta categoría están migrando de las frituras a los pasabocas horneados, con más cáscaras en el borde, más gruesas en comparación al promedio y más crocantes. Los hallazgos invitan a la industria a explotar este cultivo de producción agrícola interna, en procesos productivos que permitan superar la barrera de adopción clásica en la categoría: la grasa.

Abstract The preference mapping is a mathematical psychology technique oriented to optimize productive process and to develop customer based innovation. The present study socialize the findings about the application of this technique in potato based snacks in Colombian market. An experimental design with 8 products, 4 with present distribution in Colombia, 2 prototypes, 1 product imported from Mexico and one product from Argentina was applied on 462 participants from Bogotá, Medellin, Cali and Barranquilla. After to check the multidimensional scaling statistical goodness of fit, the outcomes suggest that the Colombian's preferences are mutating from fried snacks to baked snacks, thicker, crisper, and with more cortex on the edge in comparison with actual proposals in the market. The findings invite to Colombian industry to think in new productive strategies with potato farm overcoming traditional adoption barriers as the fat.

Sensory profile and acceptability for pitanga (Eugenia uniflora L.) nectar with different sweeteners.

The objective of this study was to evaluate the sensory properties and acceptability of pitanga nectar samples prepared with sucrose and different sweeteners (sucralose, aspartame, stevia with 40% rebaudioside A, stevia with 95% rebaudioside A, neotame, and a 2:1 cyclamate/saccharin blend). A total of 13 assessors participated in a quantitative descriptive analysis and evaluated the samples in relation to the descriptor terms. The acceptability test was carried out by 120 fruit juice consumers. The results of the quantitative descriptive analysis of pitanga nectar showed that samples prepared with sucralose, aspartame, and the 2:1 cyclamate/saccharin blend had sensory profiles similar to that of the sample prepared with sucrose. Consumers' most accepted samples were prepared with sucrose, sucralose, aspartame, and neotame. The sweeteners that have the greatest potential to replace sucrose in pitanga nectar are sucralose and aspartame.

Physical and sensorial properties of potato breads fortified with whole soybean flour / Propridades físicas e sensoriais de pâes de batata fortificados com farinha integral de soja

The aim of this work was to study the effects offortification ofpo-tato bread with whole soybean flour on theirphysicochemical and sensory properties. Control formulations containing 30%, 50% and 70% soybean flour were developed. Firmness, cohesiveness, gumminess and chewiness of bread increased with the addition ofwhole soybean flour. The contents ofprotein, dietary fiber and minerals calcium, zinc, magnesium, copper and phosphorus increased with elevated concentration of soybean flour, while the lipid profile was unchanged. Preference mapping indicated greater acceptance of the control and 30% whole soybean flour formulations. These results were correlated to texture and showed that the greater firmness negatively affected its acceptance. It was concluded that the formulation with 30% was the best option offering good acceptance and high content of nutrients, which makes the flour substitution a viable alternative for the preparation of fortified baking products with equal sensory and physicochemical quality.

O objetivo deste trabalho foi investigar os efeitos da fortificaçao de paes de batata com farinha integral de soja sobre as propriedades físico-químicas e sensoriais. Foram desenvolvidas as formulaçôes controle e contendo 30%, 50% e 70% de farinha de soja. A dureza, coesividade, gomosidade e mastigabilidade dos paes aumentaram com a farinha integral de soja. Os teores de proteína, fibra alimentar e dos minerais cálcio, zinco, magnésio, cobre e fósforo foram maiores em funçao do aumento da concentraçao de farinha integral de soja, enquanto o perfil de lipídios nao foi alterado. O Mapa de Preferência Interno indicou maior aceitaçao das formulaçôes controle e com 30% de farinha integral de soja. Esses resultados foram correlacionados à textura das formulaçôes e revelaram que a maior dureza afetou negativamente sua aceitaçao. Concluise que a formulaçao com 30% foi a melhor opçao em relaçao aos parâmetros físico-químicos e sensoriais, o que torna a substituiçao das farinhas alternativa viável para elaboraçao de produtos de panificaçao fortificados e com qualidade físico-química e sensorial.

Aceitação de cultivares de bananas resistentes à Sigatoka Negra junto ao consumidor da região Nordeste do Brasil / Acceptance of banana cultivars resistant to Black Sigatoka by the consumer market of Northeast Brazilian region

O Mal da Sigatoka Negra é devastador para as cultivares tradicionais de banana. No Brasil, cultivares resistentes estão sendo desenvolvidas, mas se a preferência do consumidor não for considerada, o programa de melhoramento pode falhar. Neste trabalho, a aceitabilidade de quatro cultivares resistentes foi acessada no Nordeste brasileiro e comparada a quatro variedades comerciais. Dois grupos de consumidores participaram: adultos jovens e donas de casa. Escala hedônica foi aplicada para aparência externa dos cachos, aceitação global e aceitação por atributos dos frutos (aparência sem a casca, aroma, sabor e textura), além de testes de preferência e intenção de compra. Os dados foram submetidos à ANOVA e Mapa de Preferência Interno. Mulheres e jovens mostraram opiniões semelhantes. As cultivares 'Preciosa' e 'Pacovan Ken' mostraram ser as mais promissoras, sendo que a primeira já pode substituir as cultivares comerciais 'Prata' e 'Pacovan' sem prejudicar a sua aceitabilidade, mas a 'Pacovan Ken' ainda precisa ser melhorada quanto à aparência.

The Black Sigatoka Disease is devastating to traditional banana cultivars. In Brazil, resistant cultivars are being developed but if the consumer's preference is not taken into account, the breeding program may not succeed. In this research the acceptability of four resistant cultivars was accessed in the Northeastern Brazilian region and compared to four commercial varieties. Two groups of consumers participated: young adults and housewives. Hedonic scale was applied to external appearance of bunches, global acceptance and acceptance of fruits' attributes (appearance without peel, aroma, flavor and texture). Preference and purchase intent were also evaluated. Data were submitted to ANOVA and Preference Mapping. Women and young adults showed similar opinions. 'Preciosa' and 'Pacovan Ken' cultivars showed to be the most promising ones. 'Preciosa' can already substitute the commercial 'Prata' and 'Pacovan' cultivars without impairing their global acceptability, but 'Pacovan Ken' still needs to be improved regarding its appearance.