Effects of Osmotic Dehydration on Mass Transfer of Tender Coconut Kernel
This research explores how to preserve tender coconut kernels by removing water through a process called osmotic dehydration, where the kernels are mixed with sugar or sorbitol. The study found that a dry sugar method works much better than soaking in sugar water, and that sorbitol is more effective than regular sugar at removing water while adding desirable compounds. These findings can help food manufacturers create new coconut products.