Abstract:
A method for the preservation of fresh fruit and vegetable comprises treating whole or cut pieces with microwaves at a temperature not exceeding 45°C and subsequently freezing the microwaved fruit or vegetable. Upon thawing the treated product has organoleptic characteristics of the corresponding fresh product.
Abstract:
A method for the preservation of fresh fruit and vegetable comprises treating whole or cut pieces with microwaves at a temperature not exceeding 45°C and subsequently freezing the microwaved fruit or vegetable. Upon thawing the treated product has organoleptic characteristics of the corresponding fresh product.