Changes of biogenic amines in Chinese low‐salt fermented fish pieces (Suan yu) inoculated with mixed starter cultures

In this study, two groups of mixed starter cultures (S1, S2), which were isolated from Suan yu, were inoculated for this experimental product, and a batch without starters was used as the control. The effect of the mixed starter cultures on the suppression of biogenic amine (BA) produced during the ripening of Suan yu was investigated. Changes in BA, pH, total volatile base nitrogen (TVB‐N), microbial counts and free amino acids (FAA) contents were detected during ripening. The results show that the mixed starter cultures rapidly decreased pH, inhibited the growth of contaminant microorganisms emerged in the sample and drastically reduced the accumulations of tyramine, putrescine and cadaverine. However, histamine and spermine were not produced in any batch. Besides, pH, FAA and BA production were not directly correlated. The study suggests that inoculation with S1 and S2 inhibited BA, thereby improving the product safety.     

Lipolysis and lipid oxidation caused by Staphylococcus xylosus 135 and Saccharomyces cerevisiae 31 isolated from Suan yu,a traditional Chinese low‐salt fermented fish

The aim of this study was to investigate the lipolysis and lipid oxidation of Staphylococcus xylosus 135 and Saccharomyces cerevisiae 31 in Suan yu. Suan yu were made inoculated with and without two strains at different stages, and model systems of emulsions were also established. Lipolysis and lipid oxidation were evaluated by determining the changes in free fatty acid (FFA) content and composition, conjugated diene (CD) value and thiobarbituric acid reactive substances (TBARS) value. The total FFA of the sample without cultures increased from 476.61 mg/100 g fat to 1413.89 mg/100 g fat after 5 weeks fermentation, while those of samples with cultures declined to 258.98 and 452.89 mg/100 g fat, respectively. On the other hand, CD and TBARS values of samples with inoculation markedly increased. In the model system, higher FFA, CD and TBARS values for the samples added with CFE were observed. This study showed that Staphylococcus xylosus 135 and Saccharomyces cerevisiae 31 made a significant contribution to lipolysis and lipid oxidation during the processing of Suan yu.     

Effect of starter cultures on the quality of Suan yu,a Chinese traditional fermented freshwater fish

The generation of volatile compounds of four starter cultures composed of isolated microorganisms from traditional Suan yu was investigated. The cultures included two pure starters (PS1: Lactobacillus plantarum 120 and PS2: Pediococcus pentosaceus 220) and two mixed starters (MS1: L. plantarum 120, Staphylococcus xylosus 135 and Saccharomyces cerevisiae 31 at 1:1:1; MS2: P. pentosaceus 220, S. xylosus 135 and S. cerevisiae 31 at 1:1:1). Naturally fermented Suan yu was used as control. The volatile compounds were collected from the headspace of the samples by Solid‐phase microextraction and analysed by gas chromatography–mass spectrometry. The type and total content of volatile compounds in the mixed‐starter‐fermented fish were higher than those of the pure‐starter‐fermented samples and control. A total of seventy nine and eighty volatile compounds were detected in Suan yu fermented with MS1 and MS2, respectively, with ethanol as the predominant compound and hexanal, ethyl acetate, 3‐methylbutanol, 3‐hydroxy‐2‐butanone, hexanoic acid ethyl ester and 2,3‐butanedione as the other compounds. Furthermore, the sensorial acceptance of the different products with mixed starter cultures seemed to improve the quality of Suan yu products.     

Effect of autochthonous starter cultures on the volatile flavour compounds of Chinese traditional fermented fish (Suan yu)

Effect of autochthonous starter cultures on the volatile flavour compounds of Chinese traditional fermented fish was studied. Lactobacillus plantarum 120, Staphylococcus xylosus 135 and Saccharomyces cerevisiae 31, isolated from Suan yu, were selected as starter cultures. Volatiles were extracted by headspace solid‐phase microextraction (SPME) and analysed by gas chromatography–mass spectrometry technology (GC‐MS). Esters and alcohols were the main components of volatiles, accounting for over 50 percentage points in all samples. The highest content of esters (3034.54 μg kg^?1) was observed in S1 inoculated with L. plantarum 120, while the highest content of alcohols (2164.53 μg kg^?1) and ketones (379.98 μg kg^?1) was detected in S3 inoculated with S. cerevisiae 31. The content of acids and aldehydes was lower in inoculated samples. Principal component analysis revealed that the volatile composition was primarily influenced by the nature of the starter cultures. L. plantarum 120 and S. xylosus 135 could accelerate fermentation.     

Technological characterization of lactococci isolated from traditional Chinese fermented milks

To screen lactic acid bacteria for starter cultures in cheese production, 21 Lactococcus strains previously isolated from natural fermented milk and koumiss made by herdsman families in the Xinjiang, Gansu, and Qinghai provinces of China were evaluated for optimal growth temperature, acidification activity, proteolytic activity, aminopeptidase activity, and autolytic activity. All isolates presented low acidification rates, and the pH value did not reach 5.3 after 6 h of inoculation in sterile reconstituted skim milk at 30°C. Strains X9C2 and T7C showed the highest proteolytic activity of 24.67 and 23.58 mg of glycine/L of milk, respectively. For aminopeptidase activity, strains X9C2 and T1C2 displayed the highest activities of 30.56 and 27.70 U/mg of protein using l-leucine-p-nitroanilide as substrate, respectively. Autolytic activity in simulated cheese-like buffer ranged from 7.45 to 34.76%, and strains Q14C2 and Q16C showed the highest values of 34.76 and 34.20%, respectively. Collectively, one main finding is that some technological characteristics of Lactococcus isolates from Chinese traditional fermented products varied greatly. Some isolates with potentially important properties could be valuable for application as starter cultures of cheese or could constitute a mixed culture.     

Technological and spoiling characteristics of the yeast microflora isolated from Bella Di Cerignola table olives

This study focused to investigate the technological significance and the spoiling impact of diverse yeast strains, isolated from 'Bella di Cerignola' Italian table olives. Sixty-four isolates (belonging mainly to the species Candida famata and C. guilliermondii ) were studied to assess their growth at different temperatures (15, 25 and 37 °C), pHs (4.0, 5.0 and 9.5) and NaCl concentrations (0–10.0%) in lab medium. Their pectolytic, xylanolytic, lipolytic and catalase activities were also evaluated. Most of the yeasts showed a moderate pectolytic activity and were able to grow at pH 9.5 after 120 h of incubation. Salt and temperature were the most important environmental variables affecting yeast growth, which could exert a strong selective pressure on yeast population. Candida guilliermondii appeared more resistant to high salt concentrations, whereas C. famata was able to grow at 15 °C.     

Enumeration and identification of yeasts isolated from Zimbabwean traditional fermented milk

The yeasts in 30 samples of the Zimbabwean traditional fermented milk, amasi, taken from farms, households and milk collection centres were enumerated and identified. The yeast counts ranged from <2 to 8.08 log cfu g⁻¹. Yeast isolates were identified using the API ID 32°C test kits and the simplified identification method (SIM) as well as with reference to the standard taxonomic keys. From the 30 samples, a total of 20 different yeast species were identified. Saccharomyces (S) cerevisiae (22 isolates), Candida (C) lusitaniae (11), C. colliculosa (7) and S. dairenensis (7) were the predominant species identified. Dekera (Dek.) bruxillensis, C. lipolytica and C. tropicalis were identified less often. Seven of the S. cerevisiae isolates were able to assimilatedl-lactate. The strain of C. kefyr isolated could assimilate lactose anddl-lactate, but not citrate. The analysed amasi samples contained a wide variety of yeasts, but only a few species predominated and these could possibly contribute to the characteristics of the fermented milk in the 48 h fermentation.     

In vitro probiotic evaluation of potential antioxidant lactic acid bacteria isolated from idli batter fermented with Piper betle leaves

Lactic acid bacteria isolated from food sources can be introduced as probiotics because of their health‐promoting and nonpathogenic characteristics. Eight lactic acid bacteria from idli batter fermented with Piper betle leaves were selected to screen the antioxidant potential and biofilm‐forming ability. Five isolates exhibited good antioxidant potential and biofilm formation and showed antagonistic activity against the pathogenic biofilm‐forming Staphylococcus aureus. Further, in vitro probiotic properties of five isolates exhibited excellent acid tolerance, bile tolerance, simulated gastrointestinal juice tolerance, auto‐aggregation and co‐aggregation and hydrophobicity and showed resistance to antibiotics such as ciprofloxacin, nalidixic acid, norfloxacin and colistin. Isolates also showed positive bile salt hydrolase activity, cholesterol assimilation, β‐galactosidase production and mucin binding ability. The isolate KJBB10 exhibited good adhesion and pathogen exclusion percentage with human colon cancer cells (HCT‐15 and HT‐29). Hence, the isolates KJBB10, KJBB56 and KJBC06 can be used as beneficial probiotic starter cultures for the formulation of functional foods.     

Analysis of physicochemical properties during the processing of Yiluxian,a traditional chinese low‐salt fish product

Yiluxian, a traditional Chinese low‐salt fish product, has been produced manually for decades. However, its quality depends on worker experience and varies owing to the lack of specific scientific guidelines for uniform production. This study investigated the changes in physicochemical properties under different salt concentrations and explored the principles underlying the low‐salt pickling process. The NaCl content of gutted fish increased to 3.82% in brining, and it decreased significantly to 1.15% after desalting. The colour of Yiluxian was not significantly different from that of raw fish (P > 0.05). The hardness, springiness, resistance and chewiness decreased by 12%, 9%, 27% and 19%, respectively, while cohesiveness did not change significantly (P > 0.05). Furthermore, Yiluxian is preferred over commonly salted fish for superior sensory profile. Our findings demonstrated the changes in various characteristics during pickling were expected to facilitate the stabilisation and uniformity of the quality and industrial production of this traditional food product.     

我国传统发酵制品来源乳杆菌黏附相关表面特性研究

为了研究乳杆菌黏附相关表面特性,以传统发酵制品中分离的10株乳杆菌为研究对象,测定了菌株的疏水性、自聚力、对致病菌的共聚力及Caco-2细胞体外黏附能力。结果表明,所有受试菌株中,菌株C88的疏水性和自聚力均明显高于其它菌株。菌株K25对大肠杆菌和志贺氏菌有较强的共聚力,分别达到48.05%和53.76%。而菌株C88对金黄色葡萄球菌和沙门氏菌的共聚力最高,分别为40.03%和34.09%。另外,采用2M胍-HCl和5MLiCl方法提取了菌株C88的表面蛋白,经SDS-PAGE电泳分析发现,表面蛋白集中在25~45 ku之间。与其他受试菌株相比,菌株C88和K25具有较好的体外黏附特性,可用作益生菌进一步研究开发。     

Effect of fermented rice culture on the microbiological,biochemical and sensory characteristics of low‐salt douchi,a traditional Chinese fermented soybean condiment

A low‐salt (4% NaCl, w/w) douchi supplemented with different concentration of fermented rice culture (FRC) of 0%, 5%, 10%, 15% and 20% (v/w) was produced, and the effect of FRC on microbiology, biochemistry and sensory quantity was investigated. Results indicated that FRC had a significant effect on low‐salt douchi. Compared with the control (added 0% FRC), in the other treatments, the counts of yeast and lactic acid bacteria increased by about 50%, whereas the moulds decreased by about 30%; the pH reduction was close to 4.7; total acid increased to about 1.300 g per 100 g; reducing sugar maintained a decrease to 21.07 mg per g; amino nitrogen increased to about 0.900 g per 100 g, but not above the control (1.013 g per 100 g). In general terms, total free amino acid contents and three organic acids were higher in low‐salt products than four commercial products. Sensory evaluation of products supplemented with 10% and 15% FRC revealed better overall acceptability compared with other treatments and a commercial product.     

Safety and functional aspects of pre‐selected pediococci for probiotic use in Iberian dry‐fermented sausages

The purpose of this study was to investigate pre‐selected pediococci for potential probiotic use in Iberian dry‐fermented sausages. A total of twelve strains isolated from Iberian dry‐fermented sausages and pig faeces were evaluated according to safety and functional characteristics including biogenic amines and d ‐lactic acid production, antibiotic susceptibility, cell adhesion and antimicrobial activity against food‐borne pathogens. The strain P. acidilactici SP979 was able to establish itself and compete with enteropathogens such as Salmonella choleraesuis on the intestinal epithelium and an inhibition of such pathogenic bacteria as Listeria monocytogenes and Staphylococcus aureus in vitro. This strain was also considered safe to be used with regard to its void aminogenic potential, low d ‐lactic acid production and antibiotic resistance pattern; being identified as a potential probiotic meat starter culture suitable for manufacture of dry‐fermented Iberian sausages.     

新疆传统发酵乳品中乳酸菌与酵母菌生长的相互影响

对新疆传统发酵乳酪乳清中的优势菌株:马乳酒样乳杆菌、乳酸乳球菌、瑞士乳杆菌、植物乳杆菌、东方伊莎酵母菌在驼乳中的生长特性进行了研究。探讨了4株乳酸菌与东方伊莎酵母菌之间的相互作用。结果表明,在发酵过程中东方伊莎酵母菌显著促进马乳酒样乳杆菌和乳酸乳球菌的生长(p<0.05),对瑞士乳杆菌的生长促进作用不明显(p>0.05)。同时,4株乳酸菌抑制东方伊莎酵母菌的生长(p<0.05)。此外,乳酸菌与东方伊莎酵母菌共同接种发酵有利于保持发酵乳冷藏期间活菌数的稳定及缓解乳酸菌的过度产酸。综上所述:乳酸菌与酵母菌之间可能存在相互作用的关系。      

Assessment of potential probiotic properties of Lactobacillus spp., Lactococcus spp., and Pediococcus spp. strains isolated from kefir

In this study, the metabolic activities (in terms of quantities of the produced lactic acid, hydrogen peroxide, and exopolysaccharides) of 8 strains of Lactobacillus spp., Lactococcus spp., and Pediococcus spp., were determined. Lactic acid levels produced by strains were 8.1 to 17.4 mg/L. The L. acidophilus Z1L strain produced the maximum amount (3.18 μg/mL) of hydrogen peroxide. The exopolysaccharides (EPS) production by the strains was ranged between 173 and 378 mg/L. The susceptibility of 7 different antibiotics against these strains was also tested. All strains were found to be sensitive to ampicillin. The tolerance of the strains to low pH, their resistance to bile salts of strains, and their abilities to autoaggregate and coaggregate with Escherichia coli ATCC 11229 were also evaluated. High EPS-producing strains showed significant autoaggregation and coaggregation ability with test bacteria (P < 0.01). A correlation also was determined between EPS production and acid-bile tolerance (P < 0.05). EPS production possibly affects or is involved in acid-bile tolerance and aggregation of Lactobacillus spp., Lactococcus spp., and Pediococcus spp. strains and supports the potential of L. acidophilus Z1L strain as new probiotic.     

新疆传统发酵乳品中乳酸菌与酵母菌生长的相互影响

对新疆传统发酵乳酪乳清中的优势菌株:马乳酒样乳杆菌、乳酸乳球菌、瑞士乳杆菌、植物乳杆菌、东方伊莎酵母菌在驼乳中的生长特性进行了研究。探讨了4株乳酸菌与东方伊莎酵母菌之间的相互作用。结果表明,在发酵过程中东方伊莎酵母菌显著促进马乳酒样乳杆菌和乳酸乳球菌的生长(p0.05),对瑞士乳杆菌的生长促进作用不明显(p0.05)。同时,4株乳酸菌抑制东方伊莎酵母菌的生长(p0.05)。此外,乳酸菌与东方伊莎酵母菌共同接种发酵有利于保持发酵乳冷藏期间活菌数的稳定及缓解乳酸菌的过度产酸。综上所述:乳酸菌与酵母菌之间可能存在相互作用的关系。     

Technological characterisation of Lactobacilli isolated from Chinese artisanal fermented milks

Thirty‐six Lactobacilli, isolated from Chinese artisanal fermented milks, were evaluated for potential use as adjunct cultures. All isolates presented low acidification rate. Proteolytic activities of these Lactobacilli ranged from 17.7 to 48.5 mg Gly/L milk, and strain SB5 showed the highest activity. Aminopeptidase activities ranged from 15.1 to 71.0 U/mg. Strains M18L2, SB33 and SB29 were 71.0, 68.6 and 68.5 U/mg, respectively. Autolytic activities of isolates in simulated cheese‐like buffer were between 10% and 45%. Strains SB9 and SB11 showed the two highest values. In summary, the aforementioned six strains could be good candidates as adjunct cultures in cheese.     

南疆传统发酵酸奶中酵母菌的分子鉴定及抗氧化活性研究

以开发新疆地区传统发酵乳中的酵母菌为研究目的,对分离的78株酵母菌利用26SrDNA D1/D2区和ITS转录区间分析以及抗氧化活性检测试剂盒进行分子鉴定和抗氧化活性检测。结果表明,78株酵母菌中具有抗氧化活性的菌株有42株,其中NG-40综合抗氧化能力突出,其抗氧化活性为(106.41±3.92)U/mL,抑制羟基自由基能力为(651.24±3.75)U/L,抗超氧阴离子能力为(104.11±3.25)U/mL,而脂质过氧化物含量仅为(1.99±0.65)μmol/L;分子鉴定结果表明,38株为酿酒酵母(Saccharomyces cerevisiae),36株为马克思克鲁维酵母(Kluyveromyces marxianus),4株属于毕赤酵母(Pichia kudriavzevii)。