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  • Title: Effect of dehulling and germination on the functional properties of grass pea (Lathyrus sativus) flour.
    Author: Lakshmipathy K, Buvaneswaran M, Rawson A, Chidanand DV.
    Journal: Food Chem; 2024 Aug 15; 449():139265. PubMed ID: 38604036.
    Abstract:
    The compositional, bioactive, functional, pasting, and thermal characteristics of native, dehulled, and germinated grass pea flour were examined. Germination significantly improved the protein content and bioactive properties while simultaneously reducing total carbohydrate and fat levels. However, dehulling increased the fat content, foaming, and emulsion properties. Dehulling and germination significantly increased (p < 0.05) the functional properties by improving flowability and cohesiveness. Although processing methods enhance functional properties, the pasting properties of dehulled and germinated flours differ significantly (p < 0.05) from the native flour. The X-ray diffraction patterns indicate a reduction in percentage crystallinity in germinated flours. Overall, the study suggests that the dehulling and germination processes enhanced the quality of grass peas by improving nutritive value and functional attributes.
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