Evaluation of sensory qualities, consumer acceptance, and microbiological aspects of cold-smoked eggs with oak and cherry wood chips


Creative Commons License

Pekel A. Y., Yıldız A. E., Kızıl A., Aydın A.

2025 INTERNATIONAL POULTRY SCIENTIFIC FORUM,The Southern Poultry Science Society 46th Annual Meeting The Southern Conference on Avian Diseases 66th Annual Meeting, Georgia, Amerika Birleşik Devletleri, 27 - 28 Ocak 2025, ss.117-118, (Özet Bildiri)

  • Yayın Türü: Bildiri / Özet Bildiri
  • Basıldığı Şehir: Georgia
  • Basıldığı Ülke: Amerika Birleşik Devletleri
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.117-118
  • İstanbul Üniversitesi-Cerrahpaşa Adresli: Evet

Özet

This study evaluated the organoleptic properties, color, and microbiological quality of eggs cold-smoked with oak or cherry wood chips for 15 minutes prior to hard boiling. Fresh, medium-sized eggs (n=10) from 60-week-old hens were smoked in an airtight chamber and assessed by a panel (n=10) using 5- and 9-point scales. Color was measured via colorimetry, and data were analyzed using one-way ANOVA. Cherry-smoked eggs showed lower appearance (P<0.05) and taste scores (P<0.05) compared to control and oak-smoked eggs, with reduced purchase intent (P<0.05). Cold-smoked egg yolks had lower lightness and yellowness compared to non-smoked eggs (P<0.05). Cherry smoke significantly increased redness and yellowness but decreased lightness in egg whites and yolks compared to non-smoked eggs. Oak-smoked eggs received higher overall liking scores, closely resembling non-smoked eggs. Microbiological analysis revealed a significant reduction in mesophilic aerobic bacteria on cherry-smoked eggshells after 8 days of room-temperature storage. In conclusion, oak smoke enhanced sensory qualities, while cherry smoke improved microbial safety of eggs.