INNOVATIVE METHODS FOR IMPROVING THE MICROBIOLOGICAL SAFETY OF GERMINATED BROAD BEAN SEEDS
Keywords:
Broad bean seeds, germination in peeled form, microbiological indicators, hydrothermal treatment, storage.Abstract
The microbiological safety of germinated broad bean seeds is crucial for their utilization in nutritious
food products. This study aimed to investigate effective methods of ensuring the safety of germinated seeds
using bio-activated seed and grain. Our findings indicate that short-term hydrothermal treatment and seed shell
removal are effective in improving the microbiological purity of bio-activated beans. Storing sprouted seeds
in an insoluble form at +6°C in polyethylene bags for up to four days was also found to ensure their safety
during storage. This study suggests a safer and secure method of deriving germinated raw material and semifinished goods, opening functional usage of derived products.