Considering the trend towards the use of edible by-products,
the preparation of paˆte´ is a viable alternative to add value
to lamb ‘variety meat’, as well as providing greater profitability.
As for stability, the lamb paˆte´ showed good microbiological
quality being fit for human consumption, therefore
metthe requirements ofthe legislation, however, its shelflife
was limited by decrease in sensory attributes texture and
overall impression. With respect to the physicochemical
characteristics, the storage time had a significant effect on
the product stability, leading to a reduction in moisture
content, protein, pH, aw, nitrite and redness intensity (a*),
and a slight increase in luminosity (L*), yellow intensity (b*),
TBARS and texture parameters. Thus, the storage period
had a greater effect on the quality of lamb paˆte´ than the
packing system.