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Method of using silica to decrease fat absorption

US5192572A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 16, 1991
Grant dateMar 9, 1993
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Expiry dateDec 16, 2011

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA23P20/10
  • WIPO fieldFood chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Potato pieces, for example, potato slices, french fries, and potato cubes or potato skins are prepared with a lower fat content by frying the potato pieces in an oil comprising from about 0.5 to about 2% of a hydrophobic or a hydrophilic silica. The hydrophilic silicas are preferred for use in the frying fat because they are approved for food use. Alternatively, the potato pieces can be dipped in silica or water or oil containing silica.

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