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    Efecto de la inclusión de harina de achira (Canna Indica) y plátano no comercial (Mussa Acuminata) en el desarrollo de un embutido tipo salchicha Frankfurt
    (Universidad Técnica de Ambato. Facultad de Ciencia e Ingeniería en Alimentos y Biotecnología. Carrera de Alimentos, 2025-02) Núñez Santamaría, Lizbeth Alexandra; Salazar Garcés, Diego Manolo
    Currently, consumers tend to seek foods with high nutritional and functional value, avoiding components associated with the development of chronic diseases. In this context, the use of unconventional flours represents a strategy to enhance meat products. To this end, two formulations were developed incorporating these flours at concentrations of 8 percent and 12 percent, along with two control formulations using wheat flour at the same concentrations. Frankfurt sausages were evaluated for proximal composition, physicochemical properties, texture, and sensory attributes. Additionally, the stability of pH, acidity, and color was assessed during storage. The results of the proximal composition analysis showed higher percentages of fiber, ash, and carbohydrates compared to the control formulations. Regarding physicochemical properties, the addition of these flours led to a decrease in color parameters, indicating a trend toward darker shades. In the texture analysis, no significant changes were observed except for chewiness. On the other hand, during the 30-day storage period, the stability of physicochemical properties showed progressive changes in the treatments, attributable to natural oxidation processes, ingredient interactions, and structural modifications. Finally, in the sensory analysis, the most acceptable treatment was the 12 percent formulation due to the high concentration of flours. These findings demonstrate the feasibility of incorporating unconventional flours as functional ingredients, contributing to the development of healthier foods.