Review on biochemical composition and microflora of prawns
Review on biochemical composition and microflora of prawns
Date
2017
Authors
Joseph, G.
Bindu, J.
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Society of Fishery Technologists (India)
Abstract
Prawns are highly demanded seafood commodity
both in domestic and International markets due to
their nutritional value and unique taste. However,
its trading is a risky business due to quick perishable
nature and the formation of black spots on the
exoskeleton. Biochemical composition such as water
activity, pH and autolytic enzymes of the prawn
significantly influence the degree of spoilage;
moreover, prawns are scavengers and filter feeders
which cause them to accumulate several bacteria in
their body, which also accelerates the spoilage
process. Hence, basic information regarding the
biochemical composition and micro-flora of prawn
are highly relevant to find out suitable preservation
techniques and the production of various value
added products. This article reviews the available
information on the moisture, sarcoplasmic protein,
myofibrillar proteins, stroma protein, non-protein
nitrogen (NPN), free amino acid, saturated fatty
acids, monounsaturated fatty acids, polyunsaturated
fatty acids (PUFA), mineral content and
microflora of the prawns.
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Fishery Technology 54(2): 75-85