A comprehensive review of the application of ultrasonication in the production and processing of edible mushrooms: Drying, extraction of bioactive compounds, and post-harvest preservation

• Published in: Ultrasonics sonochemistry Vol. 102; p. 106763
• Main Authors: Sun, Mianli, Zhuang, Yongliang, Gu, Ying, Zhang, Gaopeng, Fan, Xuejing, Ding, Yangyue
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Netherlands Elsevier B.V 01-01-2024; Elsevier
• Subjects: Bioactive compound extraction; Drying; Edible mushrooms; Post-harvest preservation; Review; Ultrasonic; Edible mushrooms; Bioactive compound extraction; Post-harvest preservation; Ultrasonic; Drying
• ISSN: 1350-4177; 1873-2828; 1873-2828
• DOI: 10.1016/j.ultsonch.2024.106763

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•Ultrasonic technology facilitates the production and processing of edible mushroom.•The use of ultrasonic technology extends the shelf life of mushrooms.•Extensive ultrasonic application to edible mushrooms was overviewed.•Ultrasonic pre-treatment promotes the formation of high quality dried mushrooms.
Edible mushrooms are high in nutrients, low in calories, and contain bioactive substances; thus, they are a valuable food source. However, the high moisture content of edible mushrooms not only restricts their storage and transportation after harvesting, but also leads to a shorter processable cycle, production and processing limitations, and a high risk of deterioration. In recent years, ultrasonic technology has been widely applied to various food production operations, including product cleaning, post-harvest preservation, freezing and thawing, emulsifying, and drying. This paper reviews applications of ultrasonic technology in the production and processing of edible mushrooms in recent years. The effects of ultrasonic technology on the drying, extraction of bioactive substances, post-harvest preservation, shelf life/preservation, freezing and thawing, and frying of edible mushrooms are discussed. In summary, the application of ultrasonic technology in the edible mushroom industry has a positive effect and promotes the development of this industry.