Frozen and chilled refer to food products that are stored and sold in a refrigerated or frozen state. These products typically include ready-to-eat meals, frozen dinners, and frozen dumplings or dim sum. The chilled products are usually kept at a temperature of 0-5°C, while frozen products are kept at temperatures below -18°C. These products are designed to have an extended shelf life and are convenient for quick and easy meals.
Some of the benefits of modified tapioca starch for frozen and chilled (ready meal) products include:
- Freeze-thaw stability: Modified tapioca starch can help maintain the quality of frozen and chilled products by improving their ability to withstand freeze-thaw cycles without significant damage.
- Moisture retention: It can help retain moisture in the product, which is particularly important for frozen and chilled products that can suffer from dehydration during storage.
- Process tolerance: Modified tapioca starch can improve the processing of frozen and chilled products, making them easier to manufacture with consistent quality.
- Increased juiciness and glossiness: Modified tapioca starch can enhance the juiciness and glossiness of products, giving them a more appealing appearance and texture.
- Glossiness on sauce and gravy products: The starch can also provide a glossy appearance to sauces and gravies used in frozen and chilled products.
- Mouthfeel enhancer: Modified tapioca starch can improve the overall mouthfeel of frozen and chilled products, making them more enjoyable to eat.