HPP did not significantly (P N 0.05) impact the acceptability of deli
ham samples for all evaluated parameters, across all 4 time periods
(Table 4). This demonstrates that the application of HPP to reduced
sodium and natural nitrite deli ham may be used without negatively
impacting the consumer acceptability of these products. Pietrzak et al.
(2007) also reported no significant effect of HPP treatment (600 MPa
for 10 min) on color, smell, taste, and consistency of ham formulated
with 2.5 and 1.5% salt. Similar results were found when longissimus
pork chops were subjected to HPP