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Enzymes in Food Industry


Archana S, Mohammed Arshath
Pages: 99-116
ISBN: 978-93-5834-620-6


Textbook of Food Processing and Preservation (Volume -2)

Textbook of Food Processing and Preservation
(Volume - 2)

Abstract

Enzymes play a crucial role in various industries, particularly in food processing. They are highly specific catalysts that accelerate essential chemical reactions, leading to improved quality, texture, flavor, and shelf life of food products. This article explores the types and applications of enzymes in the food industry, focusing on cellulase, amylase, protease, and lipase. Cellulase breaks down cellulose, benefiting fruit juice clarification, flavor extraction, and baking processes. Amylase hydrolyzes starch, contributing to the production of syrups, fermentation, and fruit juice clarification. Protease aids in protein breakdown, enhancing flavor development, dairy processing, and baking. Lipase catalyzes the breakdown of lipids, improving the texture, aroma, and shelf life of food products. Enzymes find applications in baking, beverage, and brewing industries, where they modify dough characteristics, enhance gas retention, improve crumb softness, and reduce acrylamide formation in bread. The use of enzymes in fruit processing offers advantages such as increased juice yield, better liquefaction, improved clarification, and reduced turbidity. Additionally, the bioprocessing of extremozymes and the use of macerating enzymes in fruit juice industry further expand the application scope of enzymes. Overall, enzymes are valuable tools in food processing, providing efficient and sustainable solutions to enhance the production and quality of food products.

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