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Pearl millet husk cellulose-based hydrogel with lycopene as antibrowning agent for the edible coating of minimally processed sliced potatoes.

Journal of food science and technology | 2026-Dec

This study develops an edible coating made from pearl millet husk cellulose hydrogel enriched with lycopene to preserve minimally processed sliced potatoes. The coating effectively reduces polyphenol oxidase activity, inhibits enzymatic browning, and maintains the color lightness and texture of the potato slices during storage.