Liha töötlemine
1982). It occurs in much
be saturated, unsaturated and/or methyl- smaller amounts in species other than beef.
branched (Fig. 2.2). They may be derived Other species-specific flavor compounds
directly from the diet, produced as the result include 2-methyl-3-[methyl]-furan and
Table 2.1. Flavors and aromas associated with volatile compounds in meat
Compound Flavors and Aromas
Pentanal Pungent
Hexanal Green, grassy, fatty
Heptanal Green, fatty, oily
Nonanal Soapy
Methional Cooked potato