In addition,
application of tomato powder as a natural additive improved the
consumer acceptability and increased internal and external color scores
in frankfurters (Eyiler & Oztan, 2011). Sanchez-Escalante, Torrescano,
Djenane, Beltran, and Roncales (2003) investigated the influence of addition
of frozen tomato pulp including lycopene on the odor and color of
beef patties.