ISSN:
1365-2621
Source:
Blackwell Publishing Journal Backfiles 1879-2005
Topics:
Process Engineering, Biotechnology, Nutrition Technology
Notes:
The effects of controlled atmospheres (CO2 concentrations ranging from 0.03 to 40% and O2 concentrations ranging from 21 to 1%, measured in pack) were studied on fresh ‘ready-to-use’ grated carrots, stored at 10°C. High CO2 or low O2 conditions favour the growth of lactic acid bacteria (LAB) on grated carrots, but not in a sterile carrot medium, and induce an increased potassium ion leakage. A 25% CO2 and 2% O2 atmosphere improves retention of sugars.Grated carrots were inoculated by a strain of Leuconostoc mesenteroides, which caused increased potassium ion leakage and exudation only under an atmosphere containing 40% CO2 and 10% O2.The origin of the spoilage of ‘ready-to-use’ grated carrots is discussed.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2621.1990.tb01065.x
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