THE EFFECT OF RAW MATERIALS AND PROCESSING CONDITIONS ON THE QUALITY OF HOME-STYLE CHICKEN SOUP

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IntroductionChicken soup, also referred to as chicken broth, is a clear liquid product widely used as an ingredient for prepared foods and as a soup stock in Western countries. In China, chicken soup is traditionally a delicacy consumed in average households. Chicken soup is regarded as nutritious and has the ability to stimulate palate thereby enhancing the appetite. However, as the work pace increases rapidly in recent years, less time is now devoted to preparing home-made meals, including chicken soup that requires long-time cooking to produce the unique aroma and taste. Most chicken soups available in the Chinese food market are prepared in large scales, and are sold as concentrated broth cubes or dry granules or powders. Canned or refrigerated commercial chicken broths are also available.