Effect of frozen storage temperature on quality-related changes in rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss).

Maria Garver Burgaard, Bo M. Jørgensen

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Abstract

The effect of frozen storage temperature on quality-related parameters of rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) muscle was studied in the interval from -10 to -80°C on samples stored for 1 to 18 months. The following quantities were measured: drip loss, water holding capacity and water distribution, color, lipid oxidation (thiobarbituric acid-reactive substances, TBARS), and membrane stability (enzyme activity). No effect of temperature on drip loss, water holding capacity, water distribution, or membrane stability was observed for samples stored below -20°C, whereas storage at -40°C or lower compared to -30°C or higher resulted in a reduced level of secondary lipid oxidation (TBARS). No advantage was gained by using temperatures below -40°C for frozen storage of trout regarding any of the properties investigated.
Original languageEnglish
JournalJournal of Aquatic Food Product Technology
Volume20
Issue number1
Pages (from-to)53-63
ISSN1049-8850
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2011

Keywords

  • ULT
  • Quality indicators
  • Freezing
  • Fish

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