Kheto A, Das R, Deb S, Bist Y, Kumar Y, Tarafdar A, Saxena DC. Advances in isolation, characterization, modification, and application of Chenopodium starch: A comprehensive review.
Int J Biol Macromol 2022;
222:636-651. [PMID:
36174856 DOI:
10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2022.09.191]
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Abstract
The Chenopodium genus includes >250 species, among which only quinoa, pigweed, djulis, and kaniwa have been explored for starches. Chenopodium is a non-conventional and rich source of starch, which has been found effective in producing different classes of food. Chenopodium starches are characterized by their smaller granule size (0.4-3.5 μm), higher swelling index, shorter/lower gelatinization regions/temperature, good emulsifying properties, and high digestibility, making them suitable for food applications. However, most of the investigations into Chenopodium starches are in the primary stages (isolation, modification, and characterization), except for quinoa. This review comprehensively explores the major developments in Chenopodium starch research, emphasizing isolation, structural composition, functionality, hydrolysis, modification, and application. A critical analysis of the trends, limitations, and scope of these starches for novel food applications has also been provided to promote further scientific advancement in the field.
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