Abstract
AbstractIn this study, the effects of pectin with different structural and conformational characteristics on gelatinization and retrogradation of corn starch are investigated. The structural characteristics analysis showed that the low, medium, and high methoxyl pectin have different molecular weights (4.93×105, 2.59×105, and 3.26×105 Da), branched structures, and intrinsic viscosity (651.11, 641.99, and 1003.30 mL g−1). Pasting properties analysis results demonstrate that the presence of pectin retarded starch gelatinization, and high methoxyl pectin with branched structure affect the viscosity of starch pastes. Furthermore, the presence of high methoxyl pectin changes the viscoelastic property and limits the retrogradation of starch gel significantly. Correlation analysis suggests that the intrinsic viscosity is the major factor regulating the effect of pectin on gelatinization and retrogradation of starch. This study provides a theoretical basis for further in‐depth use of pectin in starchy food.
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