Process for producing refrigerated produce
US8178146B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 6, 2004 |
| Grant date | May 15, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 22, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA23L19/03
- WIPO fieldFood chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention includes a process for producing substantially stable produce, typically vegetables and fruit that can be stored in a refrigerated environment for at least about five weeks without preservatives and at least about three months with preservatives. The process involves holding the produce in an aqueous immersion solution that includes a cellular stabilizing agent for a time sufficient to convert the produce into a heat durable piece and thermally processing the heat durable produce in the immersion solution. The use of additional ingredients as components of the immersion solution such as sweeteners, acids, salt, and preservatives are optional.
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