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Effect of acetylation and succinylation on solubility profile, water absorption capacity, oil absorption capacity and emulsifying properties of mucuna bean (<i>Mucuna pruriens</i>) protein concentrate

Olayide S. Lawal, Kayode O. Adebowale · 2004 · Food / Nahrung

Summary. Researchers modified mucuna bean protein concentrate through acetylation and succinylation to improve its functional properties. Modified proteins showed better solubility, water absorption, and emulsifying capacity compared to unmodified protein, with succinylated versions performing best. These chemical modifications make mucuna protein more suitable for food applications across varying pH and salt conditions.

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Lawal, O. S., & Adebowale, K. O.. (2004). Effect of acetylation and succinylation on solubility profile, water absorption capacity, oil absorption capacity and emulsifying properties of mucuna bean (<i>Mucuna pruriens</i>) protein concentrate. Food / Nahrung. https://doi.org/10.1002/food.200300384

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DOI
10.1002/food.200300384
Countries
Nigeria
Regions
Africa
Categories
food-systems, general-innovation
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2026-04-28