Yam pectin and textural characteristics: a preliminary study

The texture of yams is a key determinant in the selection of yams for boiled and pounded yams. This study was conducted to quantify pectin from local and newly developed yam varieties and to correlate pectin and its degree of esterification (DE) with instrumental textural profile parameters of boile...

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Main Authors: Liticia Effah-Manu, Bussie Maziya-Dixon, Faustina D. Wireko-Manu, Jacob K. Agbenorhevi, Ibok Oduro
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2022-12-01
Series:International Journal of Food Properties
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Online Access:https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/10.1080/10942912.2022.2096065