The use of
hybrid genotype meat in the manufacture of these products,
traditionally made exclusively of Alentejano pig meat, does not
affect their sensory properties. Moreover, salt reduction does not
negatively affect the quality and acceptability of sausages, which
means that the main goal of our study was achieved, since salt
content was reduced, without the addition of any salt substitutes,
mostly because of the aroma value and flavour components of the
formula. Finally, the distinct sausage calibres, only distinguished by
size and shape, showed differences, particularly in the sensory
analysis with the panellists generally favouring PP.