Only the attribute taste of the sample F-RED-HPP was statistically
preferred in comparison to the control sample (C)
(95% of significance). The triangle test revealed that panellists
were not able to differentiate C, control, from F-RED-
-HPP, fat-reduced with HPP-meat added. However, the panellists
were able to differentiate between C and F-RED (99%
of significance), and between F-RED and F-RED-HPP (99%
of significance) for both sensory parameters, texture and flavour.
Overall, F-RED was tougher than C and F-RED-HPP,
whereas F-RED-HPP cannot be distinguished from C neither
in texture nor in flavour appreciation, which is very important
to maximise consumer acceptability in relation to the reference
product, C. The results indicated that it was possible to
reduce the fat content (35%) without affecting the sensory appreciation
(F-RED). The use of HPP-meat made the product
even more appreciated (F-RED-HPP).