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In the production of oil from sesame (Sesamum indicum L.) seeds, a coproduct is obtained which is rich in protein and fiber contents. Mixtures of semi-defatted sesame cake (SDSC) (0-20%) and corn grits were processed in a single screw extruder at screw speed ranging from 324 to 387 rpm to improve the nutritional value of corn expanded extrudates. Chemical composition of raw and extruded materials, sectional expansion index (SEI), texture properties, color, paste viscosity, microstructure and sensory analysis of the extrudates were performed. The addition of SDSC increased protein, fat and ash content of corn extrudates, whereas carbohydrate content was reduced. The addition of SDSC reduced the sectional expansion of the corn extrudates and increased puncture force. SDSC-corn extrudates were darker than non-SDSC-corn extrudates. Increasing SDSC increased the number of cells similar to those of commercial corn extrudates with small cells. Sensory analysis showed 20% SDSC-corn extrudates to be acceptable and nutritional balanced. The use of SDSC on corn extrudates up to 20% is an alternative to improve nutritional value keeping good sensory characteristics.

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Resumo: Filmes provenientes de biopolímeros (polissacarídeos e proteínas) apresentam-se como alternativa ao uso de derivados petroquímicos, possibilitando a formação de matrizes contínuas, e a otimização de parâmetros como pH e tipo de plastificante pode resultar em materiais com propriedades melhoradas. Neste estudo, filmes de amido de mandioca produzidos por casting foram avaliados quanto a adição de extrato proteico de soja (EPS), glicerol e pH do meio. O aumento da concentração de EPS levou ao escurecimento dos filmes, ao aumento da solubilidade e aumentou o pH. O maior teor de plastificante e o menor pH elevaram a permeabilidade ao vapor de água (PVA). A menor PVA (0,057) foi obtida com máximo teor de EPS (47%) e 13% de glicerol em pH 12. A força de perfuração variou de 0,08 a 2,78 N, sendo os maiores valores com adição de EPS e glicerol em nível intermediário (30%) em pH neutro. A maior deformação na perfuração (31,9%) ocorreu no teor de EPS mais baixo (13%) e de glicerol mais alto (47%). Considerando-se os fatores desejáveis: baixa PVA, baixa solubilidade e boa resistência mecânica, os filmes produzidos com 15,2% de EPS, 29,2% de glicerol em pH 6,1 foram os que mais bem atenderam a estas características. Palavras-chave: glicerol, pH, perfuração, permeabilidade ao vapor de água. Biodegradable Composite Films Based on Cassava Starch and Soy ProteinAbstract: Films from biopolymers (polysaccharides, proteins) are an alternative to the use of petrochemical derivatives, with possible formation of continuous matrices. Upon optimizing parameters such as pH and type of plasticizer, one may obtain materials with improved properties. In this study, cassava starch films produced by casting were evaluated concerning soybean protein extract (SPE) content, glycerol and varied pH conditions. Upon increasing the concentration of SPE, the films became darker, more soluble and the pH increased. The higher plasticizer content and the lower pH increased the water vapor permeability (WVP). The lowest WVP (0.057 mm g -1 h-m 2 kPa -1) was obtained at the maximum content of SPE (47%) and 13% glycerol at pH 12. The puncture force ranged from 0.08 to 2.78 N and the highest values were obtained with intermediate level of SPE and glycerol (30%) at neutral pH. The highest puncture deformation value (31.9%) occurred at the lowest SPW content (13%) and highest glycerol content (47%). Considering as the desirable factors: low WVP, low solubility and good mechanical strength, one concludes that the films produced from cassava starch with 15.2% of EPS, 29.2% of glycerol at pH 6.1 exhibited the best performance. Keywords: glycerol, ph, puncture, water vapor permeability.Autor para correspondência: Carlos Wanderlei Piler de Carvalho, Avenida das Américas, 29501, Guaratiba, CEP 23020-470 IntroduçãoO impacto ambiental do uso de materiais sintéticos, na forma de plásticos, tem estimulado o desenvolvimento de embalagens biodegradáveis a partir de fontes naturais renováveis [1] , pois devido a relativa inércia e resistência a biodegradação, os p...

The diversity of sorghum grains is related to their intrinsic properties, which include starch type, non-starch components and phenolic compounds. The latter are genotype dependent and affect the pericarp characteristics such as color and presence of a pigmented testa. This diversity can be valuable for developing new food products by thermoplastic extrusion intended for human consumption. Flours from sorghum grains from the genotypes of varied pericarp color: white (CMSXS180; 9010032), red (BRS 310; BRS 308) and light brown (BRS 305; 9929034) were processed in a co-rotating twin-screw extruder. Changes promoted by extrusion cooking were evaluated via specific mechanical energy (SME), die pressure, apparent density, sectional expansion index (SEI), water absorption index (WAI) and water solubility index (WSI). Pericarp color affected die pressure, apparent density and WSI values of extrudates. Light brown genotypes, rich in tannin and fiber content, generated the lowest die pressure and SEI values. Red genotypes presented the lowest SME and the highest WAI values. White genotypes presented intermediate SME and the highest die pressure values. These results reflect differences in starch conversion induced by the pericarp type. These results further suggest the potential use of pigmented sorghum extrudates for human consumption.