Department of Vocational and Technical Education, University of Southern Mindanao-Kidapawan City Campus, Kidapawan City, Philippines
Research Article
Organoleptic Evaluation of Banana Pseudo Stem as Longganisa Extender
Author(s): Hazelyn P Hilario*, Emilie S Estelloso and Jenny B Mamacus
This study aimed to evaluate the Organoleptic Appeal of Banana Pseudo Stem as Longganisa Extender in terms of
appearance, taste and texture. The respondents of the study were purposively selected from longganisa vendors or
makers of Kidapawan City, students and faculty members of University of Southern Mindanao- Kidapawan City
Campus who were expert in food processing. An Analytical Method of sensory evaluation was used to obtain data
for the study. The instrument was based on the Quality Test Likert scale which measure the qualities of the sample
product in terms of appearance, taste, and texture, where 5 as the highest and 1 as the lowest. The result of the
study revealed that all treatments were rated as “Very Good” in terms of their appearance, taste and texture quality.
However, the treatment 1 which is fresh banana pseudo stem produces better qua.. View more»