A Process for Flavour Essence from Decalepis hamiltonii / Hemidesmus indicus Roots
Implementing Organization
Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI)
Project Overview
A good number of flavour incorporated products are available in the Indian market. For example, Bakery products are generally sold in the name of instant flavour mixes available in the market are with usually with strawberry, badam, pista, etc. We recommend to incorporate D.hamiltonii / H. indicus root tubers extract rich in 2-Hydroxy 4-Methoxy Benzaldehyde, (a vanillin isomer) which not only imparts health benefits but also gives the necessary flavour similar to that of vanilla essence.