Snack Foods: Processing, Innovation, and Nutritional Aspects

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The diverse segments of the snack industries that generate close to $520 billion of annual sales are adapting to new consumer´s expectations, especially in terms of convinience, flavor, shelf life, and nutritional and health claims. Snack Foods: Processing, Innovation, and Nutritional Aspects was conceptualized to thoroughly cover practical and scientific aspects related to the chemistry, technology, processing, functionality, quality control, analysis, and nutrition and health implications of the wide array of snacks derived from grains, fruits/vegetables, milk and meat/poultry/seafood.

This book focuses on novel topics influencing food product development like innovation, new emerging technologies and the manufacturing of nutritious and health-promoting snacks with a high processing efficiency. The up-to-date chapters provide technical reviews emphasising flavored salty snacks commonly used as finger foods, including popcorn, wheat-based products (crispbreads, pretzels, crackers), lime-cooked maize snacks (tortilla chips and corn chips), extruded items (expanded and half products or pellets), potato chips, peanuts, almonds, tree nuts, and products derived from fruits/vegetables, milk, animal and marine sources.

Key Features:

    • Describes traditional and novel processes and unit operatios used for the industrial production of plant and animal-based snacks.

    • Depicts major processes employed for the industrial production of raw materials, oils, flavorings and packaging materials used in snack food operations.

    • Contains relevant and updated information about quality control and nutritional attributes and health implications of snack foods.

    • Includes simple to understand flowcharts, relevant information in tables and recent innovations and trends.

    Divided into four sections, Snack Foods aims to understand the role of the major unit operations used to process snacks like thermal processes including deep-fat frying, seasoning, packaging and the emerging 3-D printing technology. Moreover, the book covers the processing and characteristics of the most relevant raw materials used in snack operations like cereal-based refined grits, starches and flours, followed by chapters for oils, seasoning formulations and packaging materials. The third and most extensive part of the book is comprised of several chapters which describe the manufacturing and quality control of snacks mentioned above. The fourth section is comprised of two chapters related to the nutritional and nutraceutical and health-promoting properties of all classes of snacks discussed herein.

    Author(s): Sergio O. Serna-Saldivar
    Publisher: CRC Press
    Year: 2022

    Language: English
    Pages: 616
    City: Boca Raton

    Cover
    Half Title
    Title Page
    Copyright Page
    Table of Contents
    Preface
    About the Editor
    List of Contributors
    Chapter 1 Overview and State-of-the-Art of the Snack Food Industry
    1.1 Introduction
    1.2 Classification of Snack Foods
    1.2.1 Current Commercial Products
    1.2.2 Emerging Products and Technologies
    1.3 Historical Preview and General Properties of Snacks
    1.3.1 Popcorn
    1.3.2 Wheat-Based Snacks
    1.3.2.1 Crackers or Hard or Salt Biscuits
    1.3.2.2 Pretzels
    1.3.2.3 Granolas
    1.3.3 Snack Bars
    1.3.4 Alkaline-Cooked Corn Products (Corn and Tortilla Chips)
    1.3.5 Extruded Snacks
    1.3.6 Snacks from Legumes and Pseudocereals
    1.3.6.1 Peanuts
    1.3.7 Potato Chips
    1.3.8 Almonds and Tree Nuts
    1.3.9 Fruits and Vegetables
    1.3.10 Milk-Based Snacks
    1.3.11 Meat- and Marine-Based Snacks
    1.4 Statistics of Snack Food Production, Sales, and Consumption
    1.5 Nutritional Value of Snacks
    1.6 Major Constraints of Snacks
    1.6.1 Major Nutritional and Health Concerns
    1.6.2 Potential Toxicological Compounds
    1.6.2.1 Pathogenic Bacteria
    1.6.2.2 Mycotoxins
    1.6.2.3 Toxic Compounds from Degraded Oil
    1.7 Future Outlook
    References
    Chapter 2 Application of Traditional and Emerging Processes
    2.1 Introduction
    2.2 Traditional Processes Applied to Snack Production
    2.2.1 Extrusion
    2.2.1.1 Principles of the Extrusion Process/Traditional Processes
    2.2.1.2 Current Trends
    2.2.1.3 Modification of Snacks’ Ingredients Using Extrusion
    2.2.2 Frying
    2.2.2.1 Frying Principles and Fundamentals
    2.2.2.2 Frying Process
    2.2.2.3 Current Trends in Frying
    2.2.2.4 Postprocessing Strategies
    2.2.3 Drying Principles and Fundamentals
    2.2.3.1 Drying Process
    2.2.3.2 Current Trends in Drying
    2.2.4 Baking
    2.2.4.1 Current Perspectives on Ovens for Baking
    2.2.5 Specialized Processes: Principles and Equipment
    2.2.5.1 Peelers and Slicers
    2.2.5.2 Poppers
    2.2.5.3 Coating, Flavoring, and Battering
    2.2.5.4 Additional Processes
    2.3 Application of Emerging Technologies to Improve Snack Production
    2.3.1 High Hydrostatic Pressure (HPP) as Pretreatment in Snacks Elaboration
    2.3.2 Pulsed Electric Field (PEF) as Pretreatment in Snacks Elaboration
    2.3.3 Ultrasound (US) as Pretreatment in Snacks Elaboration
    2.4 3D Printing
    2.5 Conclusions
    References
    Chapter 3 Industrial Frying and Seasoning Operations
    3.1 Introduction
    3.2 Frying Process
    3.2.1 Conventional Frying Operations
    3.2.1.1 Operational Temperature of Frying Oil
    3.2.1.2 Filtration
    3.2.2 Vacuum Frying
    3.2.2.1 Conventional Vacuum Frying
    3.2.2.2 Vacuum Frying Assisted with Other Novel Technologies
    3.3 Oil Degradation
    3.3.1 Oil Hydrolytic Reactions
    3.3.2 Oil Oxidative Reactions
    3.3.3 Oil Polymerization Reactions
    3.4 Frying Equipments
    3.4.1 Batch Fryers
    3.4.2 Continuous Fryers
    3.4.3 Vacuum Fryers
    3.5 Seasoning Operations
    3.5.1 Seasonings
    3.5.2 Industrial Application of Seasonings
    3.5.2.1 Conveyor Coating
    3.5.2.2 Drum Coating
    References
    Chapter 4 Packaging of Snack Foods
    4.1 Introduction
    4.2 Synthetic Plastic Polymers
    4.3 Biopolymers (Green Plastics) and Regenerated Cellulose
    4.3.1 Starch-Based Biopolymers
    4.3.2 Polylactic Acid (PLA)-Based Materials
    4.3.3 Regenerated Fiber Cellulose (RCF)
    4.3.4 Protein-Based Materials
    4.4 Active Packaging Materials
    4.4.1 Moisture Scavenger
    4.4.2 Oxygen Scavengers
    4.4.3 Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emitters
    4.4.4 Antioxidant Releaser
    4.4.5 Antimicrobial Releaser
    4.5 Intelligent Packaging
    4.5.1 Intelligent or Smart Packaging
    4.5.2 Time-Temperature Indicators
    4.5.3 Gas Sensors Indicators (GIs)
    4.6 Packaging of Snack Foods
    4.6.1 Popcorn
    4.6.2 Wheat-Based Products
    4.6.2.1 Toasted Bread, Crispbreads, and Crackers
    4.6.2.2 Pretzels and Pita Chips
    4.6.2.3 Cereal-Based Snack Bars
    4.6.3 Nixtamalized Snacks (Corn and Tortilla Chips)
    4.6.4 Extruded Snacks
    4.6.5 Potato Chips
    4.6.6 Nuts and Related Products
    4.6.7 Fruit and Vegetable-Based Snacks
    4.6.8 Dairy-Based Snacks
    4.6.8.1 Fermented Milk and Yogurt
    4.6.8.2 Cheeses
    4.6.8.3 Ice Cream and Frozen Products
    4.6.9 Meat-Based Snacks
    4.6.9.1 Dehydrated Meat Products
    4.6.9.2 Intermediate Moisture Meat Products
    4.6.9.3 Pork Rinds
    4.7 Industrial Snack Packaging Equipment and Technologies
    4.7.1 Cartoning
    4.7.2 Bag and Pouch Packaging
    4.7.2.1 Premade Bags
    4.7.3 Form-Fill-Seal (FFS) Packaging Technologies
    4.7.3.1 Vertical Form-Fill-Seal (VFFS) Packaging Technology
    4.7.3.2 Horizontal Form-Fill-Seal (HFFS) Packaging Technology
    References
    Chapter 5 3D-Printed Snacks
    5.1 Introduction
    5.2 Future Contributions of 3D Snacks to Personalized Nutrition
    5.3 Fabrication Procedures
    5.3.1 Food 3D Printing Techniques
    5.3.1.1 Extrusion-Based
    5.3.1.2 Binder Jetting
    5.3.1.3 Selective Sintering
    5.3.2 3D Food Printers
    5.3.2.1 Printing Parameters
    5.3.3 Postprocessing Treatments
    5.4 Printing Snacks: Materials
    5.5 Printability of Snacks: Rheology
    5.6 Future Perspectives
    References
    Chapter 6 Production of Cereal-Based Raw Materials for the Snack Industry
    6.1 Introduction
    6.2 Dry-Milling Processes
    6.2.1 Dry Milling of Corn (Zea mays)
    6.2.2 Dry-Milling of Wheat (Triticum aestivum, durum)
    6.2.3 Dry Milling of Rough Rice (Oryza sativa)
    6.2.4 Dry Milling of Oats (Avena sativa)
    6.2.5 Dry Milling of Other Cereal Grains
    6.3 Wet-Milling Processes for Production of Cereal Starches
    6.3.1 Wet Milling of Maize
    6.3.2 Wet Milling of Wheat
    6.3.2.1 Martin Process
    6.3.2.2 Dough-Batter Process
    6.3.2.3 Batter Processes
    6.3.3 Wet Milling of Rice
    6.4 Properties of Main Cereal Starches
    6.5 Properties of Modified Starches
    References
    Chapter 7 Production and Properties of Fats and Oils
    7.1 Introduction
    7.2 Oilseeds and Oil-Bearing Fruits
    7.3 Organogels
    7.4 Animal Fats
    7.5 Oil Extraction and Refining
    7.5.1 Oil Extraction Processes
    7.5.1.1 Mechanical Extraction
    7.5.1.2 Solvent and Dual Extraction
    7.5.2 Oil Refining
    7.5.2.1 Chemical Refining
    7.5.2.2 Physical Refining
    7.6 Modification of Functional Properties of Oils
    7.6.1 Blending
    7.6.2 Winterization and Fractionation
    7.6.2.1 Winterization or Dewaxing
    7.6.2.2 Fractionation
    7.6.3 Hydrogenation
    7.6.4 Intra e Interesterification
    7.7 Trans Fats
    References
    Chapter 8 Seasonings for Snack Foods
    8.1 Introduction
    8.2 Seasoning Ingredients
    8.2.1 Flavorings
    8.2.1.1 Spices, Herbs and Oleoresins
    8.2.1.2 Dehydrated Vegetables
    8.2.1.3 Dairy Ingredients
    8.2.1.4 Sweeteners
    8.2.1.5 Acids
    8.2.2 Salt
    8.2.2.1 Salt Substitutes and Reduction Strategies
    8.2.3 Carriers and Fillers
    8.2.4 Flavor Enhancers
    8.2.5 Mouthfeel Components
    8.2.6 Coloring Agents
    8.2.7 Anticaking Agents and Processing Aids
    8.2.8 Antioxidants
    8.2.9 Other Ingredients
    8.3 Natural Alternatives for Seasoning Ingredients
    8.3.1 Natural Flavor Enhancers
    8.3.2 Natural Colorants
    8.3.3 Natural Antioxidants
    8.4 Seasoning Formulations
    8.4.1 Powdered-Based Formulations
    8.4.2 Oil-Based Formulations
    8.4.3 Low-Fat Formulations
    8.4.4 Background Formulations
    References
    Chapter 9 Popcorn and Other Puffed Grains
    9.1 Introduction
    9.2 Historical Overview of Popcorn
    9.3 Popcorn Production, Breeding and Kernel Quality
    9.4 Postharvest Management of Popcorn
    9.5 Popping Mechanism
    9.6 Popping Procedures
    9.6.1 Dry Popping
    9.6.2 Wet Popping
    9.6.3 Microwave Popping
    9.6.4 Confectionary and Caramel-Coated Popcorn Products
    9.7 Food Safety of Popcorn
    9.8 Popping of Other Cereals
    9.9 Grain-Puffing Technologies
    9.9.1 Oven and Microwave Puffing
    9.9.2 Gun Puffing
    References
    Chapter 10 Production of Wheat-Based Snacks
    10.1 Introduction
    10.2 Bakery Ingredients
    10.2.1 Bread Ingredients
    10.2.1.1 Hard Wheat Flour
    10.2.1.2 Water
    10.2.1.3 Yeast and Sour Dough Inoculums
    10.2.1.4 Salt
    10.2.1.5 Sugar and Other Sweeteners
    10.2.1.6 Shortening/Lard
    10.2.1.7 Malt
    10.2.1.8 Vital Gluten
    10.2.1.9 Dough Conditioners
    10.2.1.10 Oxidation Agents
    10.2.1.11 Mold Inhibitors
    10.2.1.12 Yeast Food
    10.2.1.13 Nonfat Dry Milk
    10.2.2 Ingredients for Cookies and Crackers
    10.2.2.1 Soft and All-Purpose Wheat Flours
    10.2.2.2 Baking Powders and Chemical Leavening Agents
    10.3 Production of Toasted Bread
    10.3.1 Baking Processes
    10.3.1.1 Straight-Dough Process
    10.3.1.2 Sponge-Dough Process
    10.3.1.3 Continuous Baking Procedure
    10.3.2 Toasting
    10.4 Production of Extruded Crispbreads
    10.5 Production of Pita Chips
    10.6 Production of Salt Biscuits or Crackers
    10.6.1 Checking/Stress Cracks
    10.7 Production of Pretzels
    10.7.1 Manufacturing Process
    References
    Chapter 11 Alkaline-Cooked Snack Foods
    11.1 Introduction
    11.2 Historical Overview
    11.3 Raw Materials
    11.3.1 Maize Kernels
    11.3.1.1 Regular Corns
    11.3.1.2 Specialty Corns
    11.3.2 Lime or Calcium Hydroxide
    11.3.3 Water
    11.3.4 Oil
    11.3.5 Salt and Flavorings
    11.3.6 Antioxidants and Chelating Agents
    11.4 Production of Parched Alkaline-Cooked Corn Products
    11.5 Production of Lime-Cooked Snacks
    11.5.1 Production of Fresh Masa
    11.5.1.1 Storage and Grain Cleaning
    11.5.1.2 Lime-Cooking and Steeping
    11.5.1.3 Nejayote Draining and Nixtamal Washing
    11.5.1.4 Stone-Grinding
    11.5.2 Industrial Production of Dry Masa Flour
    11.5.2.1 Industrial Manufacturing of DMF
    11.6 Production of Extruded Corn Chips
    11.7 Production of Tortilla Chips
    11.7.1 Regular Tortilla Chips
    11.7.1.1 Kneading and Sheet-Forming Operations
    11.7.1.2 Baking
    11.7.1.3 Cooling Equilibration
    11.7.1.4 Frying
    11.7.1.5 Seasoning
    11.7.2 Specialty Types of Tortilla Chips
    11.7.2.1 Low-Fat and Fat-Free Tortilla Chips
    11.7.2.2 Blue-Colored Tortilla Chips
    11.7.2.3 High-Quality Protein Maize Tortilla Chips
    11.7.2.4 Tortilla Chips from Waxy Corn
    11.7.2.5 Tortilla Chips from High-Oil Corns
    11.7.2.6 Tortilla Chips Supplemented with Other Grains
    11.8 Emerging Nixtamalization Technologies
    References
    Chapter 12 Production of Snacks by Extrusion Cooking
    12.1 Introduction
    12.2 Extruders
    12.2.1 Feeding System
    12.2.2 Barrel
    12.2.3 Screw(s)
    12.2.4 Die Plate
    12.2.5 Cutter
    12.3 High-Shear Extruded Products
    12.3.1 Production of Direct Expanded-Baked Puffs
    12.3.2 Production of Fried Expanded Puffs
    12.3.3 Extruded Whole Grains
    12.4 Extrusion of Pellets or Half-Products
    12.4.1 Production of Pellets
    12.5 Extrusion of Fabricated Chips
    12.6 Coextrusion
    12.7 Supercritical Extrusion Technology
    References
    Chapter 13 Snacks Based in Legumes, Pseudocereals, and Other Seeds
    13.1 Introduction
    13.2 Properties and Chemical Value of Legume Seeds (Pulses)
    13.2.1 Soybeans (Glycine max)
    13.2.2 Peanuts (Arachis hypogea)
    13.2.3 Chickpeas (Cicer arietinum)
    13.2.4 Dry Beans, Common (Phaseolus vulgaris)
    13.2.5 Cowpeas (Vigna unguiculata)
    13.2.6 Peas (Pisum sativum)
    13.2.7 Lentils (Lens culinaris)
    13.3 Properties and Nutritional Value of Pseudocereals and Other Grains
    13.3.1 Buckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum)
    13.3.2 Amaranth (Amaranthus caudatus, hypochondriacs, cruentus)
    13.3.3 Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa)
    13.3.4 Chia (Salvia hispanica)
    13.3.5 Sesame Seed (Sesame indicum)
    13.3.6 Flaxseed or Linseed (Linum usitatissimum)
    13.3.7 Squash of Pumpkin Seeds (Cucurbita spp.)
    13.4 Processing by Roasting
    13.4.1 Peanuts
    13.4.1.1 Selection
    13.4.1.2 Storage
    13.4.1.3 In-Shell Roasted and Salted Peanuts
    13.4.1.4 Shelling
    13.4.1.5 Blanching
    13.4.1.6 Roasting of Shelled Peanuts
    13.4.1.7 Low-Fat Peanuts
    13.4.1.8 Japanese-Style Peanuts
    13.4.1.9 Honey-Roasted Peanuts
    13.4.1.10 Emerging Roasting Processes of Peanuts
    13.4.2 Roasting of Other Seeds
    13.5 Snacks Obtained by Extrusion
    13.6 Other Snacks
    References
    Chapter 14 Snacks from Potatoes
    14.1 Introduction
    14.2 Structure of the Raw Potato Tuber
    14.3 Selection of Raw Potatoes for Snack Production
    14.3.1 Raw Potato Factors That Affect Potato Chip Yield
    14.3.1.1 Potato Cultivars
    14.3.1.2 Relationship between Specific Gravity and Oil Absorption
    14.3.2 Impact of Raw Potato Composition on Potato Chip Color and Flavor
    14.3.2.1 Reducing Sugars
    14.3.2.2 Long-Term Storage and Reconditioning
    14.3.2.3 Amino Acids
    14.3.2.4 Amino Acids and Acrylamide Formation during Frying
    14.3.2.5 Other Potato Components
    14.3.3 Impact of Raw Potato Composition on Potato Chip Texture
    14.4 Conventional Potato Chip Manufacturing Process
    14.4.1 Peeling
    14.4.2 Trimming
    14.4.3 Slicing
    14.4.4 Slice Washing
    14.4.5 Preheating
    14.4.6 Slice Draining
    14.4.7 Frying
    14.4.8 Low-Fat Potato Chips Process
    14.4.8.1 De-Oiling/Drying
    14.4.8.2 Vacuum Frying
    14.4.8.3 Low Surface Oil Potato Chip
    14.4.8.4 Kettle-Cooked
    14.4.9 Inspection
    14.4.10 Seasoning
    14.4.11 Packaging
    14.5 Raw Materials Derived from Potatoes
    14.5.1 Manufacturing of Potato Flour and Flakes
    14.5.2 Wet Milling for the Production of Refined Potato Starch
    14.5.2.1 Properties of Native and Modified Potato Starches
    14.6 Manufacturing Processes for Fabricated Potato Snacks
    14.6.1 Ingredient Functionality and Dough Formation
    14.6.2 Dough Formation
    14.6.3 Sheeting
    14.6.4 Cutting
    14.6.5 Constrained Frying
    14.6.6 De-Oiling/Drying
    14.6.7 Seasoning
    14.6.8 Packaging
    14.7 Acknowledgments
    References
    Chapter 15 Almonds and Tree Nuts
    15.1 Introduction
    15.2 Statistics of Tree Nut Production and Utilization
    15.3 Almonds
    15.3.1 Almonds Processing and Storage
    15.3.2 Chemical Composition of Almonds
    15.4 Cashews
    15.4.1 Cashews Processing and Storage
    15.4.2 Cashews Chemical Composition
    15.5 Walnuts
    15.5.1 Walnut Processing and Storage
    15.5.2 Walnut Chemical Composition
    15.6 Hazelnuts
    15.6.1 Hazelnut Processing and Storage
    15.6.2 Hazelnut Chemical Composition
    15.7 Pecans
    15.7.1 Pecan Processing and Storage
    15.7.2 Pecans Chemical Composition
    15.8 Macadamias
    15.8.1 Macadamias Processing and Storage
    15.8.2 Macadamias Chemical Composition
    15.9 Pistachios
    15.9.1 Pistachios Processing and Storage
    15.9.2 Pistachios Chemical Composition
    15.10 Pine Nuts
    15.10.1 Pine Nuts Processing and Storage
    15.10.2 Pine Nuts Chemical Composition
    References
    Chapter 16 Snacks from Fruits and Vegetables
    16.1 Introduction
    16.2 Classification of Snacks from Fruits and Vegetables
    16.2.1 Dehydrated Fruits and Vegetables
    16.2.2 Intermediate-Moisture Fruits and Vegetables
    16.2.3 Minimally Processed Fruits and Vegetables
    16.3 Technologies Based on Water Activity Reduction to Obtain Low- and Intermediate-Moisture Content Snacks from Fruit and Vegetables
    16.3.1 Convective Drying
    16.3.2 Freeze-Drying
    16.3.3 Microwave Drying
    16.3.4 Osmotic Dehydration
    16.3.5 Vacuum Impregnation
    16.3.6 Vacuum Frying of Fruit and Vegetable Snacks
    16.4 Conclusions
    References
    Chapter 17 Dairy-Based Snacks
    17.1 Introduction
    17.2 Snacks from Cheeses
    17.2.1 Dehydrated or Crunchy Cheese Snacks
    17.2.1.1 Sun Drying
    17.2.1.2 Baking Process
    17.2.1.3 General Dehydration Process for Cheese
    17.2.1.4 Vacuum Microwave Drying
    17.2.2 Pairing Snack
    17.2.3 Rolled-Up Snacks
    17.3 Yogurt and Fermented Milk
    17.3.1 Yogurt Classification
    17.3.2 Ingredients
    17.3.3 Process
    17.3.4 Yogurt Trends
    17.3.4.1 Clean Label
    17.3.4.2 Ambient Yogurt
    17.3.4.3 High Protein, Low Sugar, and Low/Lactose-Free
    17.3.4.4 New Flavors
    17.3.4.5 Digestive Health and Enhanced Immunity
    17.4 Dairy-Based Beverages
    17.4.1 Flavored Milk
    17.4.2 Milk Smoothies and Milkshakes
    17.4.3 Functional Milk Beverages
    17.4.3.1 Low-Sugar Functional Milk Beverages
    17.4.3.2 Low-Lactose Functional Milk Beverages
    17.4.3.3 Protein-Altered Functional Milk Beverages
    17.4.3.4 Fat-Altered Functional Milk Beverages
    17.4.3.5 Vitamin- and Mineral-Fortified Functional Milk Beverages
    17.4.3.6 High-Fiber and Prebiotic Functional Milk Beverages
    17.4.3.7 Phytochemical-Fortified Functional Milk Beverages
    17.4.4 Functional Whey-Based Beverages
    17.4.5 Functional Buttermilk-Based Beverages
    17.4.6 Traditional and Novel Processing Techniques
    17.5 Dairy-Based Desserts
    17.5.1 Ice Cream
    17.5.1.1 Definitions and Categories
    17.5.1.2 Ingredients and Typical Formulations
    17.5.1.3 Ice Cream Manufacturing Process and Trends
    17.5.2 Rice Pudding
    17.5.3 Chocolate
    17.5.3.1 Chocolate Milk
    17.5.3.2 Milk-Based Beverage Mixes
    17.5.3.3 Milk Chocolate Bars
    17.5.4 Others
    17.5.4.1 Mousse
    17.5.4.2 Flan
    References
    Chapter 18 Snacks from Animal, Poultry, and Sea Foods
    18.1 Introduction
    18.2 Microbial Stability of Meats and Marine Products
    18.3 Meats and Poultry Snack Products
    18.3.1 Fresh Composition of Meats and Poultry Products
    18.3.2 Dehydrated Snacks Derived from Meats and Poultry
    18.3.3 Intermediate-Moisture Sausages and Dry-Cured Hams
    18.3.3.1 Hams
    18.3.3.2 Sausages
    18.3.4 Pork Rinds and Cracklings
    18.3.4.1 Production
    18.4 Marine Snack Products
    18.4.1 Fresh Composition of Seafoods
    18.4.2 Dehydrated Marine Products
    References
    Chapter 19 Quality Control and Assurance in the Snack Food Industry
    19.1 Introduction
    19.2 Quality Assurance Programs
    19.2.1 Good Manufacturing Practices
    19.2.2 Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points
    19.2.3 International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
    19.3 Quality Control of Grains and Their Milled Fractions
    19.3.1 Cereals
    19.3.2 Legumes, Pseudocereals, and Proteins
    19.4 Quality Control of Crude and Refined Oils
    19.5 Quality Control of Snack Foods
    19.5.1 Grain-Based Snacks
    19.5.1.1 Popcorn
    19.5.1.2 Wheat-Based Snacks
    19.5.1.3 Lime-Cooked Snacks
    19.5.1.4 Extruded Snacks
    19.5.2 Potato, Fruit, and Vegetable Snacks
    19.5.2.1 Potato Chips
    19.5.2.2 Fruits and Vegetables
    19.6 Quality Control of Dairy, Meat, and Seafood
    19.6.1 Dairy Products
    19.6.2 Meat- and Marine-Based Products
    19.7 Quality Control of Packing Materials
    References
    Chapter 20 Nutritional Composition and Toxic Compounds of Snack Foods
    20.1 Introduction
    20.2 Food Labeling
    20.3 Nutritional Composition of Snack Foods
    20.3.1 Popcorn
    20.3.2 Wheat-Based Snacks
    20.3.3 Granola and Nutritional Bars
    20.3.4 Nixtamalized or Lime-Cooked Snacks
    20.3.5 Extruded Snacks
    20.3.6 Snacks from Legumes, Pseudocereals, and Other Grains
    20.3.7 Potato Chips
    20.3.8 Almonds and Tree Nuts
    20.3.9 Snacks from Fruits and Vegetables
    20.3.10 Dairy-Based Snacks
    20.3.11 Snacks from Animal, Poultry, and Marine Sources
    20.4 Toxicogenic Compounds Associated with Snacks
    20.4.1 Antinutritional Factors
    20.4.1.1 Trypsin Inhibitors (TIs)
    20.4.1.2 Urease Activity
    20.4.1.3 Lectins (Hemagglutinins)
    20.4.2 Mycotoxins
    20.4.3 Toxicogenic Compounds Generated during Processing
    20.4.3.1 Acrylamide
    20.4.3.2 Nitrosamines
    20.4.3.3 Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs)
    20.4.3.4 Cyclic Fatty Acid Monomers (CFAM)
    References
    Chapter 21 Nutraceutical and Health Implications of Snack Foods
    21.1 Introduction
    21.2 Association between Consumption of Snack Foods and Health
    21.3 The Whole Grain Concept
    21.4 Dietary Fiber and Resistant Starches
    21.4.1 Total Dietary Fiber
    21.4.2 Soluble and Prebiotic Fiber Components
    21.4.3 Resistant Starches
    21.5 Nutraceutical Oils and Lipophilic Nutraceuticals
    21.5.1 Nutraceutical Oils (ω-3 and ω-6 Fatty Acids and DHA/EPA)
    21.5.2 Phospholipids
    21.5.3 Lipophilic Nutraceuticals
    21.5.3.1 Phytosterols
    21.5.3.2 Carotenes and Xanthophylls
    21.5.3.3 Tocopherols and Tocotrienols
    21.5.3.4 Policosanols
    21.6 Bioactive Peptides
    21.6.1 Bioactive Peptides in Dairy Products
    21.6.2 Bioactive Peptides in Plant-Based Sources
    21.7 Hydrophilic Phytochemicals
    21.7.1 Phenolics and Polyphenols
    21.7.2 Terpenes
    21.7.3 Isothiocyanates and Sulforaphanes
    21.8 Probiotics
    References
    Index