Abstract
The properties of dehydrated low-grade asparagus produced by a batch, forced-convection drying process were investigated with respect to storage stability and equilibrium moisture isotherms. It was found that predrying blanching, storage in the form of pieces, and storage at lower temperatures led to greater color stability during storage as measured by changes in the tristimulus color parameters L*, a*, and b*. These factors did not significantly affect pH stability in storage. The equilibrium moisture isotherms for dehydrated low-grade asparagus were determined at 10 and 25°C and were well described by Halsey's equation; the binding energy of water of the dehydrated asparagus was calculated at different moisture contents.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
