Values are means of three independent fermentation batches ± standard deviation. Lower-case superscripts indicate significant differences (P 6 0.05) among solid state fermentation samples (SSF). Upper-case superscripts indicate significant differences (P 6 0.05) among liquid state fermentation samples (NF, natural fermentation or LPF,
fermentation with L. plantarum).
* Log10 CFU/g for SSF or Log10 CFU/mL for NF and LPF.