Proximate analysis of Dadih from Kapau, Agam Regency, West Sumatera, Indonesia

Abstract

Dadih is a traditional food from buffalo milk fermentation in West Sumatera, Indonesia. which is fermented for 24-48 hours at room temperature. This study aimed to determine the proximate analysis of Dadih from Kapau, Agam Regency West Sumatera, Indonesia. The measured variables were protein content, fat content, water content and, pH. The research method was a descriptive method and analysis in the laboratory. The sample used was taken in Kapau Agam Regency, West Sumatera, Indonesia. The results showed that the nutrition composition of Dadih is: protein content ranged from 7.96%, fat content ranged from 5.53%, water content ranged from 73.55%, pH ranged from 5.16. The conclusion is that Dadih has good nutritional quality.