Functional Meat Products Research Articles

Healthy and functional meat products. Scientific evidence of the AFUSAN group

Healthy and functional meat products. Scientific evidence of the AFUSAN group

Application of natural antioxidants for the formulation of functional meat products

There is growing interest in finding healthier meals that offer more than just nutritional benefits. Meat and meat products are consumed all over the world, so it is possible to use them as matrices to make sure that people get enough bioactive components from their food. Besides extending the meat product's shelf-life and improving its composition (by integrating antioxidant molecules), it could also help people stay healthy by lowering lipid oxidative products. In this review, we look at whether developing and eating functional meat products is a viable method for improving meat composition and stability and reducing the oxidative consequences associated with the consumption of meat intake. The inclusion of plant bioactive compounds and antioxidants in meat products should protect the composition and quality of functional meat and meat products as well as the customers' health status. The key plant components with antioxidant capabilities employed in the composition of functional meat products will be discussed in this review.

Functional and Sensorial Properties of Chicken Sausage Supplemented with Banana Peel Flours of Different Varieties

Meat products are widely consumed worldwide and, as a result, they may be an exciting supplier of health benefits due to the need for better formulations, such as reduced fat and increased fibre in processed meats. This study was carried out to determine how the banana peel (BP) flour of Saba (Musa balbisiana) and Berangan (Musa acuminata) affect the functional properties and sensory acceptance of chicken sausage. Berangan BPs showed better water- and oil-holding capacity than Saba BP flour. Conversely, Saba BP flour exhibited better swelling power, but was less soluble than Berangan BP flour. Sausages containing high BPs, especially Saba banana, had a more rigid texture, a high storage modulus, and a darker colour. The ability to retain more water in Berangan peel positively affected the sausage’s textural and rheological properties. With 2%, chicken sausage received the highest sensory score, with Saba BP-containing sausage following closely behind. However, adding >2% BP of both varieties negatively affected the sausage texture and colour, resulting in reduced sensory acceptance. Thus, the BP from Saba and Berangan bananas showed promise as a potential value-adding ingredient in the formulation of functional meat products. In addition, it has potential health benefits, such as increased dietary fibre.

Effect of in vitro gastro‐pancreatic digestion on antioxidant activity of low‐molecular‐weight (<3.5 kDa) peptides from dry‐cured pork loins with probiotic strains of LAB

SummaryThe antioxidant properties of low‐molecular‐weight peptides (<3.5 kDa) obtained from the dry‐cured pork loins inoculated with probiotic and potentially probiotic lactic acid bacterial strains were tested after two‐stage enzymatic hydrolysis under in vitro conditions. The water soluble fraction (WSF) was found to be a better substrate for enzymatic hydrolysis by proteolytic enzymes, especially when they were extracted from the meat product after 12 months of ageing. Furthermore, protein hydrolysates extracted from the salt soluble fraction (SSF) exhibited better or similar ABTS free radical scavenging activity and Fe2+‐chelating activity than those extracted from WSF (despite their less quantity). Moreover, both SSF and WSF exhibited weak ferric‐reducing antioxidant activity after two‐step enzymatic hydrolysis (A700 averaged 0.138 for the WSF and 0.088 for the SSF). These results might be useful to the meat‐processing industry in developing innovative and functional meat products.

Functional fermented sausages incorporated with microencapsulated Lactobacillus plantarum BG 112 in Acrycoat S100

The development of functional meat products is an innovative trend aiming to meet consumer demand. Microencapsulation is a promising alternative to ensure probiotic viability, mainly when the wall material resists the adverse extrinsic conditions releasing the probiotics into the intestine. Therefore, Lactobacillus plantarum was encapsulated in Acrycoat S100 by spray drying. The encapsulation process was analysed using a central composite rotatable design (CCRD), varying the encapsulant and probiotic microorganism concentrations to evaluate the microcapsule yield and encapsulation efficiency (EE). L. plantarum microcapsules added to a Milano-type salami formulation for a probiotic product were characterised by physicochemical and morphological analysis, and compared to a control. CCRD central points (5% encapsulant and 1% probiotic) showed the highest yield (above 35%) and EE (above 78%) values. The optimum microcapsule formulation was obtained with 5.57% encapsulant and 1% probiotic, achieving 80.9% EE. FTIR-ATR and thermal analysis showed efficient microorganisms entrapment in the microcapsules, increasing their thermal stability in optimised assays. Milano-type probiotic salami was obtained with 8 log CFU g−1 LAB counts. Physicochemical and sensory properties did not differ for salami formulations and ensured their good acceptance, demonstrating pH-dependent controlled release advantages compared to a usual probiotic product.

Exploitation of byproducts from the passion fruit juice and tilapia filleting industries to obtain a functional meat product

This study aimed to evaluate the effects of adding different concentrations of passion fruit albedo flour (PFF) and transglutaminase (T) on the physicochemical and technological qualities of spam-like products formulated with mechanically separated tilapia meat (MSM) and characterize the best formulations from the bacteriological and sensory aspects. A completely random design was used with a 5 × 2 factorial scheme, five PFF levels (0%; 2.5%; 5%; 7.5% and 10%) and two T levels (0 and 1%). An increase in PFF decreased the protein content, pH value, weight loss during cooking (WLC), lightness, fat (FE) and water (WE) exudations, while increasing the carbohydrate content and yellowness. With certain PFF concentrations, the presence of T increased the Aw, pH, yellowness, hardness, cohesiveness and chewiness and decreased WE, FE and lightness, but did not affect the WLC, redness or springiness. Formulations with 1% T and 0; 2.5%; 5% and 7.5% PFF were fit for consumption concerning microbiological aspects. The most accepted formulation contained 2.5% PFF and 1% T, which presented high nutritional value (10.4% protein and 1.78% total dietary fibre), making it possible to exploit residues produced by the passion fruit juice and tilapia filleting agro-industries, decreasing environmental impacts and amplifying the offer of fish-based foods.

Новый тип рубленых полуфабрикатов с использованием антиоксиданта и нутового экструдата

Aim. Development of a new type of mutton chopped semi-prepared products with addition of an antioxidant and chickpea extrudate to increase the biological and nutritional value. Materials and Methods. Beef (GOST R 54704-2011), mutton (GOST 34200-2017), chickpea extrudate, antioxidant "Lavitol" and spices were used for the preparation of samples of mutton chopped semi-prepared products. The production of samples of chopped semi-prepared products was carried out in accordance with GOST 32951-2014. Sampling and preparation of samples was carried out according to a single method in accordance with the requirements of GOST R 51447-99 (ISO 3100-1-91). Determination of organoleptic characteristics was carried out in accordance with the requirements of GOST 32951-2014; the mass fraction of fat was determined according to GOST 23042-2015; protein – according to GOST 25011-2017; moisture – according to GOST 33319-2015; trace element composition – according to GOST R 55573-2013, GOST 32009-2013; amino acid composition of animal protein – according to GOST 34132-2017. Results. Comparative analysis of two samples showed that when introducing chickpea extrudate, moisture increases by 0.7%, this contributes to an increase in the quality of finished chopped meat products and a decrease in thermal losses. The mass fraction of protein is greater in the experimental sample by 5.65% than in the control, and the fraction of fat is less by 2.79%. The research results indicate the positive effect of chickpea extrudate and antioxidant on the nutritional and biological value of chopped semi-prepared products. Conclusion. The formulation of chopped semi-prepared products with the use of an antioxidant and chickpea extrudate has been developed, which makes it possible to expand the range of functional meat products.

Технология приготовления функционального продукта из конины в соусе

Introduction. The priority task of the food industry is to provide population with functional products since the health of nation and its people largely depends on the diet. New formulations and technologies for meat products broaden the range of functional foods. Flaxseed oil is an excellent source of functional ingredients as it is rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids and tocopherols. The present research featured horsemeat as a promising raw material of high nutritional and biological value. Horsemeat is a traditional food source for many nations. The research objective was to develop a new technology for horsemeat in sauce and to select the optimal thermal processing method.
 Study objects and methods. The authors tested several methods of heat treatment and used a standard nine-point scale to assess the sensory properties of the finished product. The experiment involved standard physicochemical and organoleptic research methods. The color characteristics were described using digital image processing.
 Results and discussion. The study delivered a new formulation of sauce with flaxseed oil, which improved the quality of the fat component of the finished product. The new sauce proved to be rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids and possessed high sensory and technological properties. A comparative analysis of the heat treatment methods included traditional frying and stewing, cooking in a steam convection oven, and a sous-vide technology. The sous vide technology appeared to have the best structural-mechanical, physicochemical, and sensory properties. Software processing of digital images made it possible to compare the color of raw, semifinished, and cooked meat samples. The traditional cooking methods of frying and stewing showed the most pronounced changes in the color, while the sous-vide technology demonstrated a smooth color change. As for the quality of the finished product, it proved to satisfy 40% of daily intake for polyunsaturated fatty acids and 20% for tocopherol, which makes the product functional.
 Conclusion. The new technology made it possible to expand the range of functional meat products. The new digital image processing program helped to register changes in shape and color of meat samples after various heat treatment methods.

Stability of selenium and iodine in the functional meat products prepared with seaweeds under different cooking procedures

Stability of selenium and iodine in the functional meat products prepared with seaweeds under different cooking procedures

Method for production of ham products

The article is devoted to development of functional meat products made from beef obtained from crossbred bulls by Red Steppe cow breed with Kazakh white-headed bulls. The main raw material in the design of the ham recipe was beef obtained from crossbred bulls ¾ blood of Kazakh white-headed breed. Its functional and technological parameters were follows: pH was 6.73; dry matter content - 29.55 5%; fat content - 9.20%; protein content - 19.45%; water-holding capacity - 0.47-0.48 kg of water per 1 kg of raw materials. The possibility of introducing a biologically active additive in the form of lactulose powder, as well as vitamins and minerals, is being considered. The developed products have pleasant taste and aroma, that is specific to this type of product, elastic consistency, characterized by high quality indicators. Cost price of ham samples for elderly nutrition - 420.0 and 420.8 rubles per 1 kg, that confirms feasibility of this development.

Расширение ассортимента мясных продуктов функциональной направленности

Расширение ассортимента мясных продуктов функциональной направленности

Use of Arfazetin infusion in production of functional meat products

The aim of the study was to develop a recipe and production technology for a functional meat product (cooked sausage) with the addition of an infusion of Arfazetin, which is a hypoglycemic agent, used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes of mild and moderate severity. Organoleptic evaluation of finished products with replacement of milk raw materials by 15% and 25% Arfazetin showed that juiciness decreases with an increase in the percentage of infusion from 7.82 in the control to 6.98–7.55 in the experimental samples. The study of hypoglycemic properties was performed on rats with three-day individual feeding using a glucose tolerance test. As the results of experiments showed, experimental rats were fed with boiled sausage containing 15% of Arfazetin. The blood glucose level gradually increased with a maximum value after 60 minutes to 7.8 mmol / l, which was 0.43 mmol / l lower than in the group of animals that were intragastrically injected with Arfazetin, and 0.53 mmol / l lower than in animals that were fed with cooked sausage containing 25% of replacement. The sample with 15% Arfazetin was the most effective, since it had more pronounced hypoglycemic properties with sufficient water retention capacity. It is established that this technology is quite promising in the field of production of functional meat products for use in medical nutrition in patients with type 2 diabetes.

Recipe design and study of quality characteristics of meat-vegetable semi-finished products for nutrition of patients with diabetes mellitus

Product-line expansion and increase in production of functional meat products in order to form a healthy nutrition and improve the nutrition status of the population are the priorities of the state policy. Most of the food for nutrition of patients with diabetes mellitus is made using sugar substitutes which do not always meet the requirements of the diet. Meat semi-finished products intended for patients with diabetes mellitus should be a source of biologically complete protein and vitamins; have reduced content of carbohydrates, fat, salt and calories, take into account metabolic disorders in the body of patients. The formalization of biomedical requirements for semi-finished products for nutrition of patients with diabetes mellitus was carried out, as well as selection of ingredients for the recipe enriched with vegetable components that contribute to the improvement of functional and technological properties and biochemical parameters of model minced meat systems. A computer simulation method was used to design a recipe for semi-finished products enriched with vegetable raw materials with a low glycemic index (GI) that reduce the level of posprandial glucose (PPG). Changes in the biochemical parameters of minced meat containing Jerusalem artichoke and flax seeds were studied. The influence of vegetable raw materials on the reduction of catalase and lipase activity with increase in the activity of amylase in the minced meat system was revealed. A comprehensive assessment of the nutritional value and safety of the designed semi-finished products is given.

Conceptual approaches to the development of safe food products based on rabbit breeding resources and plant composites

The purpose of the work was to develop technologies for functional meat products, namely cooked and smoked sausages using the resources of the rabbit breeding industry and plant-based enriching additives. The conducted studies allow us to recommend using a rational dose of a complex protein-carbohydrate composition in the development of a new type of cooked-smoked sausage in the amount of 10%. It contributes to improving the functional properties of minced meat, due to the strong cross-linking of proteins of transglutaminase enzymes and as a result, a positive effect on the consistency of the product (increased elasticity, without the formation of voids). The chemical composition of cooked-smoked sausage of enriched composition was studied and the positive effect of introduced protein-carbohydrate composites on its quality indicators was established. Economic calculations have confirmed the feasibility of implementing the developed technologies in production, and the totality of the estimated indicators proves the real possibilities and feasibility of using regional meat and plant resources on the principles of resource conservation and self-sufficiency.

Current trends in the development of functional meat products to improve the nutritional status of the population

Among the many environmental factors, nutrition is an essential factor, regularly and exclusively multidisciplinary affecting the biological and social essence of the human body. A balanced diet is the essential condition for maintaining health, contributes to increasing the duration and quality of life of the population. The presence in meat products of such components as saturated fats, cholesterol, nitrites, salts hurts the health of consumers. In this regard, it is relevant to improve and improve the composition of processed meat products by developing products with a practical orientation with a healing effect.

Caracterización fisicoquímica y sensorial de un producto cárnico funcional adicionado con harina de cáscara de granada

Caracterización fisicoquímica y sensorial de un producto cárnico funcional adicionado con harina de cáscara de granada

Use of Turkey Meat Affected by White Striping Myopathy for the Development of Low-Fat Cooked Sausage Enriched with Chitosan.

The main objective of this research was the development of a healthy meat product from turkey meat with white striping myopathy. The effect of adding different proportions of chitosan on the qualitative characteristics, sensory acceptance, and stability of cooked sausages during storage was studied. Three treatments were elaborated (control, 1.5% chitosan, and 3% chitosan), stored for 56 days, and characterized in terms of chemical composition, texture profile analysis, drip and pressure loss analysis, and sensory analysis (after processing; day 0). In the different storage periods (0 and 56 days), the pH value, color, thiobarbituric acid reactive substances (TBARS), and volatile compounds were evaluated. The results showed that the moisture content, lipids, proteins, and weight loss decreased (p < 0.05) and the ash content increased (p < 0.05) with the addition of chitosan. Similarly, the values of texture parameters (hardness, cohesiveness, gumminess, and chewiness) were higher in the sausages reformulated with chitosan than in control samples. The addition of chitosan increased the pH and yellowness (b*) values and reduced (p < 0.05) redness (a*) and lightness (L*) values. The b* values (only in reformulated sausages) and pH increased during storage, while a* showed a significant reduction after 56 storage days. Lipid oxidation (TBARS) was kept below the limits of quantification in all samples and both after processing and 56 storage days. However, when quantifying the lipid-derived volatiles, a clear antioxidant activity of chitosan was observed, which limits the release of these compounds, mainly aldehydes (hexanal and nonanal). Finally, the sensory analysis indicated that, although chitosan treatments received the lowest scores for all attributes, the reformulated samples did not differ from control sausages. Therefore, sausage containing chitosan may represent an interesting alternative for adding value to turkey meats affected by white striping myopathy and, at the same time, develop into a healthy and functional meat product increasing the proportion of fibers in one’s diet.

РАЗРАБОТКА ТЕХНОЛОГИИ ДЕЛИКАТЕСНОГО ПРОДУКТА ИЗ БАРАНИНЫ

The article is devoted to the development of technology for obtaining an innovative meat product from mutton. One of the main tasks of the agro-industrial complex is the development of technologies for the production of meat products for general and special purposes. In this context, it should be noted that the creation of meat products intended for the treatment and prevention of diseases is a priority area in the food industry of social and economic importance. To date, certain results have already been achieved in this direction. However, the cluster of functional meat products in the Russian Federation is poorly developed. In terms of organoleptic properties, lamb has features that must be taken into account when developing new products on an industrial basis. Features of taste and smell of meat, its technological properties limit the use of this type of raw material in the production of meat products. The effect of the composition of the injection brine, the formulation of which included infusion of juniper berries, food phosphate "Biofos-90" and curing ingredients, on the quality of the finished product was studied. It was found that the use of a multicomponent injection brine in combination with mechanical processing of mutton promotes the formation of an elasticviscous-plastic structure of the meat system by increasing the functional properties of muscle proteins. The development and improvement of existing technologies for the production of meat products, the rational use of food raw materials predetermine the modern system of creating a sustainable food base for the country. The integrated use of mutton as one of the main raw materials of the meat industry in some regions of our country is also aimed at solving these problems.

Production of enriched lamb in biodegradable packaging

The paper describes an environmentally safe technology for biofortifying lamb with target components in required concentrations packed in biodegradable film. To address the problem of micronutrient deficiency, we developed a biologically safe method of enriching lamb with organic iodine and selenium supplements. Introducing selenium and iodine feed supplements to the animals’ diet increased the average daily growth of their live mass in experimental groups by 3.43, 6.72, and 14.92% in groups I (iodine), II (selenium), and III (iodine and selenium), respectively, compared to the control group (feed only). The analysis of immunephysiological status showed an increase in phagocytic number in experimental groups: by 5.1% (P &gt; 0.95), 9.4%, and 14.5% in groups I, II, III, respectively. In addition, the highest phagocytic activity and phagocytic intensity were observed in animals of group II and group III, indicating their higher resistance to adverse environmental factors, compared to the control. There was an increase in iodine, selenium and zinc content in the lamb meat from the experimental groups grown on enriched diets. We recorded a higher concentration of the micronutrients in the lambs receiving “Yoddar-Zn” and “DAFS-25” supplements together (Zn – 980 μg/100 g; Se – 53.9 μg/100 g; I – 77.6 μg/100 g). We found that the contents of zinc, selenium, and iodine in 100 g of m. Longissimus dorsi were 8.2%, 77.0%, and 51.7%, respectively, of the required content in the daily diet. Thus, we can use this raw material to produce functional meat products. Packaging lamb in sodium alginate-based biodegradable film helped reduce moisture loss during storage.

Разработка технологии производства запеченного карбонада

Aim. Development of technology and optimization of the recipe for baked carbonade with improved consumer properties. Material and Methods. The production of the studied samples of carbonade was carried out in accordance with the current regulatory and technical documentation (GOST R 55795-2013). Formulation optimization was performed using Excel. Sampling and preparation of samples for laboratory research was carried out according to a unified methodology in accordance with the requirements of GOST R 51447-99 (ISO 3100-1-91). Determination of organoleptic characteristics was carried out according to the requirements of GOST 9959-91; GOST R 53159-2008; GOST R 53161-2008. The mass fraction of fat was determined according to GOST 23042-86; protein – according to GOST 25011-81. Results. In the process of research, a recipe for baked carbonade was developed. It was revealed that with the introduction of apple pectin into the formulation of baked carbonade, the content of miner-al nutrients increases, and the content of vitamins significantly increases. For the production of baked carbonade, the following salting method was chosen: raw material was injected by brine in an amount of 10% by weight. Then the raw material is massaged in a massager with a drum rotation frequency of 16 rpm for 15 minutes. Heat treatment consists in baking. The carbonade is baked at 100-120 oC for 1-2 hours. The carbonade is considered ready when the temperature in its thick-ness reaches 70-72 oC. The finished product is sent for cooling to the chambers until the temperature reaches 8 oC in the thickness of the product. The developed product was distinguished by high organoleptic and stable physicochemical and mi-crobiological indicators, corresponding to the current regulatory and technical documentation for this type of product. The prime cost of baked carbonade is 439.69 rubles / kg, which at the moment, taking into account the costs of the manufacturer and the distribution network, is the average price in the market. Conclusion. A technology has been developed for the production of baked pork carbonade with high consumer properties, which contributes to the expansion of the range of functional meat products. The product is recommended for a wide range of consumers of different age groups.