Characterization of Extruded Blends of Corn and Beans (Phaseolus Vulgaris) Cultivars: Peruano and Black-Querétaro under Different Extrusion Conditions

The effect of extrusion conditions in blends of corn and beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) of cultivars Peruano and black-Querétaro were investigated in this study, as an alternative to obtain snack foods. The type of cultivar and beans percentage, and also the extrusion conditions (moisture and temperature) influenced the physicochemical (color and breaking strength) and the functional (water absorption index, water solubility index, and oil absorption capacity) properties of the extrudates. The microstructures showed the presence of cavities and starch granules gelatinized (melted) and plasticized; while, the x-ray powder diffraction patterns revealed the presence of monohydrate glucose due to starch dextrinization. The results demonstrate that extrudates with good properties can be obtained from blends of corn and beans, under selected extrusion conditions, depending on the bean cultivar.